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(The Spectacle Podcast) GOP Texans Are Over Establishment Losers Like John Cornyn

The hosts discuss Paxton’s political strengths and a possible matchup with James Talarico.

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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
May 28, 2026
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The post says Texans rejected John Cornyn and chose Ken Paxton as the Republican nominee for attorney general. It promotes a podcast discussion of Cornyn’s political standing, Paxton’s strengths and a possible Paxton-James Talarico matchup.

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Ken Paxton Defeats John Cornyn in Texas Senate Runoff

Ken Paxton defeated John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff, winning the party’s Senate nomination. Left-leaning outlets emphasize the nomination’s potential costs for Republicans and Paxton’s vulnerabilities. Center outlets focus on how the result changes the general-election outlook and could affect Senate control. Right-leaning outlets highlight Trump’s influence and Republican leaders’ support for Paxton, while some assess whether the seat is now more competitive.

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