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- 1Republican calls Trump's backing of Ken Paxton a 'colossal mistake'●Republican says Trump's support of Ken Paxton in Texas primary was 'colossal mistake' https://www.theguardian.com/us-new
A Republican lawmaker, Senator Thom Tillis, has publicly criticised Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate primary, calling it a 'colossal mistake'. The remarks highlight growing Republican unease over Trump's intervention in the race against incumbent John Cornyn, with some in the party fearing Paxton's legal baggage could jeopardise a winnable seat.
- 2Cornyn slams fellow Texas Republican Paxton over 'baggage'●'It's hard to outrun all the baggage': Sen. John Cornyn bashes fellow Texas Republican Ken Paxton
Senator John Cornyn publicly criticized Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, saying 'it's hard to outrun all the baggage,' a jab at Paxton's long history of legal and ethical troubles. The remarks highlight a growing Republican primary clash in Texas, where Paxton is challenging Cornyn for his Senate seat, exposing deep divisions within the state's GOP ahead of the 2026 election.
- 3Super PAC spending climbs in tight Paxton-Talarico Senate race▼Super PAC spending increasing for both Paxton and Talarico in tight Texas Senate race, which is benefiting more?
Super PAC spending is rising on both sides of the Texas Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico, one of the most closely watched contests of the cycle. Outside groups are pouring money into advertising as the race remains tight, and commentators are debating which candidate is benefiting more from the surge in outside spending.