Trump’s endorsement streak faces Texas-sized test
President Trump's endorsement record is a significant influence in Republican politics. A key test of this influence will occur in Texas, where Senator John Cornyn is competing against Trump-backed Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Senate Primary. The outcome may also impact the general election in November.
- ▪Trump's endorsement record is a major force in Republican politics.
- ▪Senator John Cornyn is facing Trump-backed Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate Primary.
- ▪The results of this primary could affect the general election in November.
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Trump’s endorsement streak faces Texas-sized test May 26, 2026 | 7:41am President Trump’s endorsement record has become one of the biggest forces in Republican politics. Will his winning streak continue in Texas tomorrow where Senator John Cornyn faces Trump-backed State Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Senate Primary? And how might the President's success translate to the general election this November? More Share this on: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X
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