Cornyn Admits Trump’s Support Unlikely as Texas Conservatives Rally Behind Paxton
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Senator John Cornyn acknowledges that President Donald Trump, the true leader of the conservative movement, is unlikely to endorse him in the Texas Senate runoff against Attorney General Ken Paxton, who has stood firmly for America First values.
Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) has conceded that President Donald Trump—the champion of conservative values and America First policies—is unlikely to endorse him in the upcoming Republican primary runoff for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas. Speaking at a rally on Monday, Cornyn stated, 'I think that ship has finally sailed,' recognizing that Trump’s endorsement is reserved for those who truly represent the will of the conservative base.
Despite this, Cornyn left the door open for a campaign appearance from Trump during the general election, should he defeat Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the May 26 runoff. Both candidates have actively sought Trump’s support, demonstrating the president’s enduring influence over the Republican Party. In early March, Trump said he would make an endorsement 'soon,' but has wisely taken his time, ensuring his support goes to the candidate most aligned with the America First agenda.
The runoff follows a hard-fought primary where Cornyn received 42% of the vote to Paxton’s 40.5%, showing the strength of conservative grassroots support for Paxton. The winner will face Democratic State Representative James Talarico in the general election, where the stakes for Texas and the nation’s future could not be higher.