Trump backs Paxton in Texas Republican Senate showdown with Cornyn
President Donald Trump has endorsed Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate primary against incumbent John Cornyn. The endorsement comes ahead of a runoff election scheduled for May 26, as neither candidate secured over 50% in the primary. This Senate race is significant as it could impact the Republican majority in the chamber during the midterm elections.
- ▪Trump endorsed Paxton, calling him a 'true MAGA Warrior'.
- ▪The runoff election is set for May 26 after neither candidate achieved a majority in the primary.
- ▪The winner will face Democratic candidate James Talarico in the general election.
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Midterm Elections Trump backs Paxton in Texas Republican Senate showdown with Cornyn President's endorsement comes as the two Republicans head to a May 26 runoff after neither cleared 50% in primary By Paul Steinhauser , Alex Miller Fox News Published May 19, 2026 12:39pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for May 19 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump is finally taking sides in the contentious and costly Republican Senate primary showdown in Texas between longtime Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton.
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