In Cornyn’s Enormous Loss, Proof of Trump’s Hold Over G.O.P. Base
Senator John Cornyn experienced a significant defeat in the Texas primary, losing to Ken Paxton by 28 percentage points. This loss highlights the ongoing unpopularity of traditional Republican leaders among the party's most fervent supporters. The results underscore the strong influence of former President Trump on the Republican base.
- ▪John Cornyn lost to Ken Paxton by 28 percentage points in the Texas primary.
- ▪The defeat is seen as a reflection of the unpopularity of Republican officials in Washington among ardent party voters.
- ▪This election result demonstrates Trump's continued influence over the Republican base.
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#masthead-section-label, #masthead-bar-one { display: none }Texas Election ResultsLatest PollsPrimary CalendarChanges to MapsAdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTIn Cornyn’s Enormous Loss, Proof of Trump’s Hold Over G.O.P. BaseSenator John Cornyn lost to his MAGA-aligned challenger, Ken Paxton, by 28 percentage points. It was a historically poor showing.Listen · 5:51 min Share full articleThe breadth of Mr.
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