First Thing: Trump-backed Ken Paxton ousts John Cornyn in Texas primary
Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general backed by Donald Trump, won the Republican primary runoff against incumbent John Cornyn. This victory highlights Trump's continued influence in Texas politics despite Paxton's controversial history, including impeachment and felony charges. Paxton will now face Democratic challenger James Talarico in the upcoming midterm elections.
- ▪Ken Paxton defeated John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff for senator in Texas.
- ▪Paxton has a history of scandals, including impeachment and felony charges that were dismissed.
- ▪James Talarico, a Democratic state legislator, will be Paxton's opponent in the midterms.
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Texas attorney general Ken Paxton on stage in Plano during a primary runoff event after winning the Republican party’s nomination. Photograph: Tony Gutierrez/APView image in fullscreenTexas attorney general Ken Paxton on stage in Plano during a primary runoff event after winning the Republican party’s nomination. Photograph: Tony Gutierrez/APFirst Thing newsletterUS newsFirst Thing: Trump-backed Ken Paxton ousts John Cornyn in Texas primary Paxton’s win, despite his history of scandals, signals the president’s enduring grip over the state.
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