Cornyn and Paxton face off in Texas Senate primary after Trump's endorsement
Republican voters in Texas are choosing between incumbent Senator John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton in a closely watched primary. President Donald Trump last week endorsed Paxton over Cornyn. The contest is widely seen as a test of Trump's grip on the party.
Republican voters in Texas are choosing between long-serving Senator John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton in a closely watched primary. CNBC reports that President Donald Trump's endorsement of Paxton last week has turned the race into a test of his influence within the party.
Cornyn, a senior senator, has emphasised his record and Senate experience, while Paxton has cast himself as a more combative ally of the president. The contest has drawn heavy national attention and campaign spending from both camps.
The outcome could shape the balance of the Republican Senate caucus ahead of the midterm elections. Analysts say a Paxton win would underscore the weight of Trump's endorsement, while a Cornyn victory would point to its limits.
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