Texas Senate runoff tests Trump's influence
The Texas Senate runoff is a critical test of Donald Trump's influence as he endorsed Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John Cornyn. This race could significantly impact the balance of power in the Senate, with both candidates having strong backing. The primary runoff has also become the most expensive in history, reflecting the high stakes involved.
- ▪Voters in Texas participated in a pivotal Senate race to determine the Republican nominee.
- ▪Trump endorsed Ken Paxton, challenging incumbent John Cornyn, which has stirred the race.
- ▪The primary runoff has seen over $25 million spent, making it the most expensive in history.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onTexas Senate runoff tests Trump's influenceTrump endorsed Paxton over Cornyn, an incumbent, in the Texas Senate race.ByDiana PaulsenMay 26, 2026, 8:09 PM2:01Sen. John Cornyn in Lubbock, Texas, May 19, 2026 and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in Dallas, March 3, 2026.AP PhotoVoters in Texas went to the polls on Tuesday to decide the Republican nominee in a pivotal Senate race that could decide control of the Senate -- and serves as a test of President Donald Trump's influence.Also on the ballot are several member-on-member matchups and a candidate, Maureen Galindo, who has already been condemned…
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