Who is Ken Paxton, Trump’s pick in the Texas Senate race?
Ken Paxton has received an endorsement from former President Trump in the Texas Senate race. This endorsement comes as voters are participating in primary elections across several states. The political landscape is particularly competitive, with key races in Kentucky and Georgia also drawing attention.
- ▪Ken Paxton is running for the Texas Senate seat.
- ▪Former President Trump has endorsed Paxton in his campaign.
- ▪Voters are casting ballots in primary elections in six states, including Texas.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 1 hour. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ Trump backs Ken Paxton in crucial Texas Republican Senate run-off — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ Trump endorses ‘Maga warrior’ Ken Paxton in Texas Senate run-off — Financial Times — World
- ▪ Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas Senate Primary Despite Years of Corruption Allegations — TIME — Top
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 17:55:45 +0000 |
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LiveUpdated May 19, 2026, 1:55 p.m. ETMidterms Live Updates: Trump Endorses Paxton in Texas Senate RaceVoters are casting primary ballots in six states, including in pivotal races in Kentucky and Georgia. Representative Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican who has clashed with President Trump, faces a stiff challenge.Share full articleIndependence, Ky.Voters cast their ballots at the Independence Senior Center.Maddie McGarvey for The New York TimesAlbany, Ga.Setting up before the polls open for voting in primaries for governor and Senate.Audra Melton for The New York TimesCold Springs, Ky.Voters cast their ballots in Cold Springs First Baptist Church.Michael Swensen for The New York TimesPhiladelphiaA sticker on a voter’s shirt after casting a ballot.Michelle Gustafson for The New York…
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