Races to watch in Texas’s primary runoffs: Cornyn-Paxton, Chip Roy’s attorney general bid, House contests
Sen. John Cornyn faces a critical test in Tuesday's Texas Republican Senate runoff against Attorney General Ken Paxton, who secured a last-minute endorsement from President Trump. The race represents another referendum on Trump's influence in GOP primaries, with Cornyn fighting to overcome the momentum of the former president's backing.
Key Points
- Cornyn and Paxton are competing in a high-stakes Senate GOP runoff in Texas
- Trump's endorsement of Paxton adds significant momentum to his candidacy in the final stretch
- The race serves as a key indicator of Trump's continued influence over Republican primary voters