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Republicans brace for an ugly fight in the Texas Senate runoff between Cornyn and Paxton

Associated Press (AP)EN 5 min read 100% complete by By  STEVE PEOPLES and THOMAS BEAUMONTMarch 4, 2026 at 03:23 PM
Republicans brace for an ugly fight in the Texas Senate runoff between Cornyn and Paxton
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Texas Republicans are bracing for a contentious and expensive runoff election on May 26 between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton for the Republican U.S. Senate nomination. Cornyn, a four-term senator, narrowly edged out Paxton in the initial primary, despite spending nearly $70 million. The runoff is expected to be even more heated, with Cornyn already launching attacks on Paxton, highlighting allegations of corruption and infidelity that have long surrounded him. The outcome of the runoff will determine who represents the Republican party in the general election for the Texas Senate seat. The race is being closely watched due to the potential for a significant shift in the state's political landscape.

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