GOP Senators Wasted $100 Million on Cornyn
Republican establishment groups spent over $100 million attempting to defeat Ken Paxton in Texas's GOP Senate primary, but their massive spending failed to prevent his advancement. The outcome demonstrates that financial advantage alone does not guarantee electoral success in competitive primary races.
Key Points
- GOP establishment invested $100+ million against Paxton in Texas Senate primary
- Despite heavy spending, Paxton was not defeated in the primary
- Illustrates limits of money's influence in Republican primary contests