Paxton Defeats Cornyn in Texas Senate Primary Following Trump's Backing
Published on · Source: cnbc.com
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Summarized by AI from the source belowTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated incumbent John Cornyn in a Republican Senate runoff after receiving an endorsement from President Trump. This election is notable as it reflects Trump's influence over the Republican Party and candidates for the 2026 midterm elections. Paxton is set to face Democratic state legislator James Talarico in the general election, which is anticipated to be costly. Recent troubles for Paxton, including previous impeachment and legal issues, are seen as potential vulnerabilities in the upcoming race for Senate control in Texas.
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