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Trump endorses Paxton in Texas over incumbent Sen. Cornyn

Paxton received Trump’s endorsement in his runoff against incumbent John Cornyn.

Trump endorses Paxton in Texas over incumbent Sen. Cornyn
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President Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate runoff against incumbent John Cornyn. The May 26 runoff follows a close primary, and its winner will face Democrat James Talarico.

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Republican incumbent facing Paxton in the Texas Senate runoff

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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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