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Texas Senate Runoff Looms Amid Trump’s Withdrawal Urge

3/20/2026

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Trump's Senate Stand-off

Texas Senate primary runoff is set for May 26, with no endorsement from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump urged candidates to withdraw after the March 3 primary, where Sen. John Cornyn led General Ken Paxton 42% to 41%.
The Senate began debating the SAVE America Act, with Democrats led by Sen. Alex Padilla opposing it.
If enacted, the bill would require proof of citizenship and a photo ID to vote.

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Slotkin Challenges ICE

Concerns are rising over the potential deployment of ICE agents at polling places during the November elections.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin questioned Homeland Security Secretary-designate Markwayne Mullin about the implications for voter intimidation.
Connecticut lawmakers are moving to ban ICE enforcement near polling locations.
The SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to vote, remains stalled in the Senate amid debates about election integrity.

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DOJ Election Raid

The Department of Justice (DOJ) conducted a raid in Fulton County, Georgia, on January 28, 2026, to seize election materials related to the 2020 election and raise concerns about interference in the 2026 midterms.
Experts warn that such actions could disrupt fair election processes.
Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold and Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon are preparing legal strategies to counter federal interference, including seeking injunctions against unlawful seizures.

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Trump's Senate Stand-off

Texas Senate primary runoff is set for May 26, with no endorsement from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump urged candidates to withdraw after the March 3 primary, where Sen. John Cornyn led General Ken Paxton 42% to 41%.
The Senate began debating the SAVE America Act, with Democrats led by Sen. Alex Padilla opposing it.
If enacted, the bill would require proof of citizenship and a photo ID to vote.

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