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Trump endorses Ken Paxton over GOP incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary – KTBB News, Weather, Talk

Paxton received Trump’s endorsement in the Texas Republican Senate runoff and said he would promote his America First agenda if elected.

Trump endorses Ken Paxton over GOP incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary – KTBB News, Weather, Talk
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President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff. Paxton welcomed the endorsement, Cornyn reaffirmed his campaign, and Democratic candidate James Talarico criticized both Republicans.

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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas Republican Senate Runoff

Outlets agree President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff. Left-leaning outlets portray the endorsement as a setback for Cornyn and Republicans, stressing Paxton’s baggage and the possibility of helping Democrats. Center outlets focus on Republican concerns about the seat and Senate majority, and on what the endorsement signals about Trump’s influence and the party’s direction. Right-leaning outlets center Trump’s backing for Paxton, with some presenting it as a major boost and others noting its potential electoral consequences.

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