GOP fears Trump's last-minute Texas endorsement could give Dems the upper hand
Republicans are concerned that Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race could jeopardize a traditionally Republican seat. Some GOP members believe that incumbent John Cornyn would have been a safer choice. The runoff winner will face a strong Democratic challenger in James Talarico, raising further concerns among party members.
- ▪Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John Cornyn.
- ▪Senator Lisa Murkowski expressed disappointment, stating the endorsement puts the seat in jeopardy.
- ▪The winner of the runoff will face Democratic candidate James Talarico, who has gained significant support.
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Politics GOP fears Trump's last-minute Texas endorsement could give Dems the upper hand Some Republicans worry Trump's choice will jeopardize a seat that has been safely red for decades By Alex Miller Fox News Published May 26, 2026 12:35pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump's Texas Senate endorsement ignites GOP divisions in Paxton-Cornyn runoff Texas GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton discusses his campaign following President Donald Trump's endorsement and addresses criticisms from opponent John Cornyn and other Republican senators on 'The Big Weekend Show.' NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Moments after President Donald Trump made his pick in the Texas Senate race, the mood among Senate Republicans immediately…
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