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Trump Hilariously Mocks 'Defective' Dem Wacko Talarico – PJ Media

Trump endorsed Paxton and predicted he would defeat Cornyn and Talarico, criticizing Talarico’s views along the way.

Trump Hilariously Mocks 'Defective' Dem Wacko Talarico – PJ Media
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May 20, 2026
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Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton in Texas’s Republican Senate primary and predicted he would defeat John Cornyn and Democrat James Talarico. The opinion article praises Trump’s criticism of Talarico and attacks Talarico’s views on abortion, transgender issues, religion and immigration.

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President who endorsed Paxton and criticized Talarico

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Democratic Texas Senate candidate criticized by Trump and the author

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Texas attorney general and Republican Senate candidate endorsed by Trump

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Republican incumbent senator seeking reelection in Texas

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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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