WATCH: Embattled GOP senator warns red state ‘at risk’ of historic Dem victory as voters head to polls
Senator John Cornyn of Texas has expressed concerns about the potential for a historic Democratic victory in the state's Senate primary runoff. He warns that the outcome could jeopardize Republican control in the Senate, especially if his challenger, Ken Paxton, wins. Cornyn highlights the significant fundraising capabilities of Democratic candidate James Talarico as a factor that could influence the election's outcome.
- ▪Senator John Cornyn warns that Texas is at risk of a historic Democratic upset in the Senate primary runoff.
- ▪Cornyn's primary race against Ken Paxton has been particularly contentious, raising concerns about the Republican party's future.
- ▪Democratic candidate James Talarico has raised $27 million in the first quarter, indicating strong financial support.
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Elections WATCH: Embattled GOP senator warns red state ‘at risk’ of historic Dem victory as voters head to polls Texans head to the polls today after what has been a particularly bruising GOP primary race for a critical Senate seat By Peter Pinedo , Paul Steinhauser Fox News Published May 26, 2026 1:42pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Cornyn warns Dems could pull off historic upset as voters head to polls Longtime Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, is warning that Democrats could pull of a historic victory this election cycle as voters head to the polls in the Texas primary runoff. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As voters head to the polls today in Texas, GOP Sen.
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