Trump obsessed with ‘absolute total control’ of Republicans: Byron York
Byron York criticized President Trump's control over the Republican Party, particularly his endorsement of Ken Paxton. York suggested that this endorsement could harm the party's chances in Texas, as Paxton may not be the best candidate. He expressed concern that Trump is more focused on asserting dominance within the party than on broader electoral considerations.
- ▪Byron York criticized Trump's endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
- ▪York suggested that Paxton's candidacy may not align with the needs of Texas voters.
- ▪Trump's endorsement of Paxton could jeopardize the Republican majority in Texas.
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Washington Examiner chief political correspondent Byron York criticized President Donald Trump’s management of the Republican Party, calling out Trump’s endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R). “The president has done a favor for [James] Talarico and the Democrats in Texas,” York said on The Hugh Hewitt Show on Tuesday, hinting that Paxton, a candidate with MAGA appeal, is not what the state needs. Recommended Stories Massie ousted, Georgia Democrats big turnout, and runoffs set. What you missed from last night’s primaries Trump-backed Burt Jones and Rick Jackson head to Georgia GOP governor runoff NAACP calls for Black students to boycott Southern college sports Both Paxton and Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) had been vying for Trump’s endorsement.
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