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Paxton Challenges Cornyn: Insider Politics and Gun Control

8/19/2025

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton criticized Senator John Cornyn for being a “Washington insider” after 23 years in the Senate.
Paxton, who plans to challenge Cornyn in the primary, opposed his support for gun control and amnesty.
He highlighted Cornyn's unusual pursuit of a fifth Senate term.

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton criticized Senator John Cornyn for being a “Washington insider” after 23 years in the Senate.
Paxton, who plans to challenge Cornyn in the primary, opposed his support for gun control and amnesty.
He highlighted Cornyn's unusual pursuit of a fifth Senate term.