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Texas GOP Primary: Cornyn Edges Paxton Amid Voter Uncertainty

8/15/2025

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Texas Senator John Cornyn leads the Republican primary with 30%, followed closely by Ken Paxton at 29%.
37% of voters are undecided, with a margin of error of 4.4%.
Republicans prioritize the economy and immigration; Democrats emphasize threats to democracy.
In a potential matchup, Cornyn leads Democrat Collin Allred 45.2% to 38.1%.

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Story summary

Texas Senator John Cornyn leads the Republican primary with 30%, followed closely by Ken Paxton at 29%.
37% of voters are undecided, with a margin of error of 4.4%.
Republicans prioritize the economy and immigration; Democrats emphasize threats to democracy.
In a potential matchup, Cornyn leads Democrat Collin Allred 45.2% to 38.1%.