‘Morning Joe’ Calls Texas GOP Senate Nominee Ken Paxton a ‘Unicorn’ of ‘Sheer Awfulness’ | Video
Joe Scarborough of 'Morning Joe' criticized Texas GOP Senate nominee Ken Paxton, calling him a 'unicorn' of 'sheer awfulness.' Scarborough highlighted the numerous allegations against Paxton, including bribery and fraud, which have not led to any convictions. He argued that Paxton's nomination could cost the Republican Party significant campaign funds that could have been used in other competitive races.
- ▪Ken Paxton has been confirmed as the Texas GOP Senate nominee despite facing multiple allegations of bribery and fraud.
- ▪Joe Scarborough criticized the Republican Party for endorsing Paxton over other candidates, suggesting it reflects poorly on the party's choices.
- ▪Scarborough estimated that Paxton's nomination could cost the Republican Party up to $100 million in campaign funds that could have been allocated to other races.
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Home > Media & Platforms > Politics ‘Morning Joe’ Calls Texas GOP Senate Nominee Ken Paxton a ‘Unicorn’ of ‘Sheer Awfulness’ | Video “Every Democrat in America says thank you,'” host Joe Scarborough jokes Alex Welch May 27, 2026 @ 10:33 AM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough co-host the May 27, 2026 edition of "Morning Joe" (MS NOW) “Morning Joe” host Joe Scarborough reacted Tuesday morning to Ken Paxton’s confirmation as the Republican Party’s Texas Senate nominee, joking, “Every Democrat in America says, ‘Thank you.’” “During his time in office, Ken Paxton has repeatedly been accused of bribery, fraud and self-dealing, but has never been convicted of a crime,” “Morning Joe” co-host…
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