Trump’s oozing influence in the Texas primary runoffs and U.S. revives strikes in Iran: Morning Rundown
The Texas primary runoffs are testing Donald Trump's influence within the GOP as he backs Attorney General Ken Paxton against incumbent Senator John Cornyn. Meanwhile, the U.S. military has conducted strikes on Iran near the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions. In California, evacuation orders have been narrowed as the threat from a chemical plant diminishes.
- ▪Trump's endorsement is being tested in the Texas primary runoffs.
- ▪Ken Paxton, backed by Trump, faces off against John Cornyn, who narrowly led in the previous primary.
- ▪The U.S. military has conducted strikes on Iran, targeting missile launch sites near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Morning RundownTrump’s oozing influence in the Texas primary runoffs and U.S. revives strikes in Iran: Morning RundownPlus, evacuation orders in a Los Angeles-area city have narrowed as emergency responders continue to evaluate a once-overheating chemical plant.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleNew details on potential deal to end Iran war02:12Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 26, 2026, 7:16 AM EDTBy Kaylah JacksonIn today’s newsletter: The question of Trump’s GOP influence returns as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Sen. John Cornyn are pitted against each other in one of the state’s primary runoffs. The U.S.
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