Angela Paxton Does Not Endorse Ken Paxton in Senate Runoff

Angela Paxton did not endorse Ken Paxton in his Senate runoff against John Cornyn, while Donald Trump endorsed him. Coverage differs between emphasis on Paxton’s record and Trump’s backing, and the focus on Angela Paxton’s omission.

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Angela Paxton urged Republicans to vote in other runoffs but did not endorse Ken Paxton in his Senate runoff against John Cornyn; Donald Trump endorsed Ken Paxton.

Left-leaning outlets connect the race to Paxton’s record and present Trump’s endorsement as tied to loyalty, while one links Angela Paxton’s silence to their separation. Center outlets focus on her non-endorsement as a notable development and note Trump’s support for Ken. Right-leaning outlets also report the omission, highlighting that it came in an email urging votes in other Republican runoffs.

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“Paxton’s record shadows campaign”

Daily Kos links Angela Paxton’s silence to their separation and places Ken Paxton’s candidacy alongside allegations and events from his attorney general tenure.