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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over Longtime Incumbent John Cornyn In Texas Primary

Trump endorsed Paxton, praised his positions, and criticized Cornyn's past support for him.

Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over Longtime Incumbent John Cornyn In Texas Primary
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
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Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate primary, praising Paxton and criticizing Cornyn’s past support for him. Paxton was ahead of Cornyn in the polling average cited in the article.

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President who endorsed Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate primary

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John Cornyn
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Texas senator and Republican Senate candidate challenged by Paxton

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Texas attorney general and Republican Senate candidate endorsed by Trump

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Democratic Senate candidate who won his party's primary

Democratic candidate defeated by Talarico in the Senate primary

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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Runoff

Outlets agree that President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff. Left-leaning outlets often stress that the endorsement could weaken Republicans in November and help Democrat James Talarico. Center outlets report the endorsement and reactions, including Republican concerns about its effects on the race and the party’s prospects. Right-leaning outlets often present Trump’s backing as a boost for Paxton and emphasize his rationale, though some also examine electoral risks or Republican dissent.

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