Trump Champions Patriot Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Runoff, Challenging Establishment Insider Cornyn
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President Donald Trump has boldly endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a proven conservative fighter, in the Republican Senate runoff against entrenched establishment figure John Cornyn.
President Donald Trump has once again stood with true conservative values by endorsing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican primary runoff for the U.S. Senate, energizing Paxton’s challenge against long-time establishment incumbent Senator John Cornyn. The crucial runoff is set for May 26, with early voting already underway.
"Ken is a true MAGA Warrior who has ALWAYS delivered for Texas, and will continue to do so in the United States Senate," Trump declared on social media, rallying the America First movement.
Paxton and Cornyn advanced to the runoff after neither secured a majority in the March 3 primary. Cornyn, a career politician favored by the D.C. elite, received about 42% of the vote, while Paxton, a champion of grassroots conservatives, garnered nearly 41%, a difference of only 26,000 votes.
Trump’s endorsement comes despite Senate Republicans’ preference for Cornyn, whom the establishment sees as a safer bet against Democratic nominee James Talarico in the general election. Senate Majority Leader John Thune previously expressed confidence in Cornyn’s ability to "win the runoff," reflecting the establishment’s resistance to change.
Cornyn responded by highlighting his collaboration with Trump and urging Texas Republicans to support him in the runoff. He underscored the importance of selecting a strong nominee to help GOP candidates down the ballot and to defeat Talarico in November.
This endorsement highlights the ongoing battle within the GOP, as Trump continues to reshape the party by supporting bold, America First candidates like Paxton who are unafraid to challenge the status quo.