Ken Paxton Officially Challenges John Cornyn in Heated GOP Senate Primary
Texas AG Ken Paxton launches his Senate campaign, igniting a fierce primary against incumbent John Cornyn amid allegations and political maneuvering for Trump's support.
Bash's entry into the race positions him as an early front-runner, particularly given his extensive experience and alignment with Texas' conservative base.
Musk Attorney John Bash Launches Texas AG Run
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The roots of this clash between another establishment-insurgent pair of Republicans run deep, part of a decade-plus battle within the Texas GOP that has ousted legislative leaders, fueled Cruz's rise, fanned the flames of Paxton’s impeachment, and led to proxy wars up and down the ballot.
'Con man' vs. 'anti-Trump': Years of Republican fighting fuel a nasty Senate primary in Texas
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It’s unclear to me exactly what is motivating Mr. Paxton other than vanity and personal ambition.
‘Known Con Man And Fraud’: John Cornyn Comes Out Swinging Against Ken Paxton
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A nasty GOP Texas primary — which could cost as much as $100 million depending on who else gets in the race — could buoy the out-of-power party.
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First elected in 2002, Sen. Cornyn has lately been viewed as out of step with MAGA-supporting Texans and the Republican Party more generally.
Exclusive: Paxton notches key endorsement from Texas congressman in fight to unseat Cornyn
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It’s definitely time for a change in Texas.
Ken Paxton Announces U.S. Senate Race Bid, Set To Face Cornyn In GOP Showdown
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The idea that such a figure would try to parlay these controversies into a Senate campaign — which might very well prove effective — is a reminder of the degree to which the Republican Party has become a post-scandal party.
Texas’ Ken Paxton hopes to parlay multiple scandals into a GOP Senate campaign
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Summary
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has officially launched his campaign for the U.S. Senate, challenging incumbent Republican Senator John Cornyn. Their GOP primary promises to be one of the fiercest contests, with both candidates courting former President Trump’s support. Paxton is positioning himself as a devoted ally of Trump, attacking Cornyn for his past criticisms of the former president. This primary could strain Republican resources nationally and impact Senate control. In parallel, John Bash, a former U.S. attorney and Trump ally, has declared his candidacy for Texas Attorney General, reshaping the state's political landscape.
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