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Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Republican primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. Cornyn

Trump endorsed Paxton, changing the dynamics of the Republican runoff against Cornyn.

Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Republican primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. Cornyn
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Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate runoff against incumbent John Cornyn, a move that could reshape the costly contest before the May 26 vote. Paxton welcomed the endorsement, while Cornyn has argued Paxton would be a liability in the general election.

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President who endorsed Paxton in the Republican runoff

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John Cornyn
R · TX · SEN

Incumbent Republican senator and Paxton's runoff opponent

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Ken Paxton
R · TX

Republican Senate candidate endorsed by Trump

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Democratic Senate nominee in Texas

Wesley Hunt
R · TX-38

Texas representative who finished third in the Republican primary

Tim Scott
R · SC · SEN

South Carolina senator who supported Cornyn's nomination

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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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