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Trump Endorses Paxton, Upsets GOP Senate Strategy

6/22/2026

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  • President Donald Trump endorsed Attorney General Ken Paxton for the Senate, shifting support from Senator John Cornyn.
  • Cornyn said Trump’s shifting endorsements create chaos destabilizing the Republican Party (GOP) Senate strategy.
  • Cornyn warned Republicans could lose the Texas race because Paxton may lack funds to beat James Talarico.
  • Cornyn questioned Attorney General Todd Blanche about an illegal order from Trump’s former personal attorney, who said she would resign if given.