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Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Runoff Over Cornyn

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President Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over Senator John Cornyn in the Republican Senate primary runoff scheduled for May 26, seeking to influence one of the most expensive Senate races of the cycle.

Trump Backs Paxton in High-Stakes Senate Race

Key Details:

  • Trump endorsed Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John Cornyn
  • The runoff is scheduled for May 26, 2026
  • This race is one of the most expensive Senate primaries in recent history
  • Trump's endorsement is seen as an attempt to influence the outcome just one week before the election

Background

The Texas Republican primary has become a major battleground, with Trump's backing carrying significant weight in GOP races. This endorsement continues Trump's pattern of targeting primary elections across the country.

#Trump administration#2026 elections#Republican politics#Senate races

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