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Fox News's Brit Hume: Trump endorsement puts Texas Senate seat 'in some danger'

Trump endorsed Paxton, prompting Hume to question the reasoning and warn about the seat’s prospects.

Fox News's Brit Hume: Trump endorsement puts Texas Senate seat 'in some danger'
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Fox News commentator Brit Hume said President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Ken Paxton could put the Texas Senate seat at risk for Republicans. Paxton and Sen. John Cornyn are set to face each other in a May 26 runoff.

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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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