Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over Incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate Primary Runoff
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Summary
Donald Trump has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate primary runoff, challenging four-term incumbent Senator John Cornyn. Paxton, described as a far-right figure who has overcome numerous scandals, is positioned as Trump's preferred candidate despite facing his own legal and ethical controversies. The endorsement marks a significant shift in Texas Republican politics, with Trump backing a challenger over a sitting senator.
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Ken Paxton has gone through a lot, in many cases, very unfairly, but he is a Fighter, and knows how to WIN.
After months dangling the carrot, Donald Trump has finally endorsed a candidate in next week's runoff for the Texas Republican Senate nomination.
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