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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over John Cornyn

Trump endorsed Paxton for the Republican Senate nomination, while the author argues that Paxton is a poor choice.

Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over John Cornyn
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
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President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican Senate primary. The author criticizes the endorsement, favors Cornyn, and recounts allegations against Paxton.

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Ken Paxton R · TX
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Ken Paxton
R · TX

Texas attorney general and Senate candidate endorsed by Trump

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John Cornyn
R · TX · SEN

Texas senator and Senate candidate passed over in Trump’s endorsement

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who endorsed Paxton over Cornyn

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Democratic Senate candidate mentioned as a possible beneficiary of Republican division

John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate majority leader described as opposing Trump’s endorsement

Lisa Murkowski
R · AK · SEN

Senator described as opposing Trump’s endorsement

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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Runoff

Outlets agree that Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff. Left-leaning outlets stress criticism of Paxton and the possibility that the endorsement could hurt Republicans in November. Center outlets emphasize concerns about Paxton’s general-election prospects while adding campaign context and reactions. Right-leaning outlets often welcome Trump’s intervention and mock Republican critics, though some question Paxton’s general-election strength or criticize the endorsement.

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