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The Texas Republican race for U.S. Senate has intensified as incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton trade sharp attack ads. Cornyn's campaign highlights Paxton's legal troubles, while Paxton criticizes Cornyn's conservative credentials. The battle reflects a deeper ideological struggle within the Texas GOP.
Texas lawmakers Greg Casar and John Cornyn clashed at an airport over the government shutdown funding for the Department of Homeland Security. The shutdown is severely impacting TSA workers, who are missing paychecks and facing financial hardship, leading to long airport delays and increased stress.
A heated airport exchange reveals deep divides over government funding. Representative Greg Casar confronted Senator John Cornyn about stalled TSA funding. Casar argued for separating TSA funds from ICE reforms, while Cornyn resisted.
Senator Kevin Cramer is defending the Senate filibuster amid pressure to eliminate it for the "Save America Act." Despite President Trump's push and shifts from colleagues like John Cornyn, Cramer argues the rule is crucial for protecting smaller states and the Senate's institutional power.
Donald Trump faces a critical decision in the Texas Republican primary, choosing between endorsing incumbent John Cornyn or MAGA loyalist Ken Paxton. The choice could alienate his base or risk a general election defeat. Meanwhile, Democratic nominee Ted Lieu must unite the party and broaden his appeal.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has offered to drop out of his U.S. Senate runoff race against John Cornyn, but only if the filibuster is abolished and a specific voting bill passes. The move is seen as a political gambit to pressure Cornyn and gain President Trump's endorsement amidst a tumultuous Republican primary.
Former President Donald Trump announced he will soon endorse a candidate in the Texas Republican Senate primary, a move that could settle a heated contest between incumbent John Cornyn and embattled Attorney General Ken Paxton. The endorsement comes amid warnings from GOP leaders that Paxton's controversies could endanger the crucial Senate seat.
James Talarico has secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate in Texas, defeating incumbent Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett. Meanwhile, the Republican Senate race between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton is headed to a runoff, with former President Trump poised to make an endorsement.
Donald Trump is expected to endorse John Cornyn in the Texas Senate runoff against Ken Paxton, a move seen as crucial for the incumbent's survival. However, Paxton's potential refusal to drop out and the state's strong MAGA leanings complicate the race, raising concerns for Republicans about a costly general election.
Former President Donald Trump announced his intention to endorse a candidate in the Texas GOP Senate primary runoff, demanding the rival candidate immediately withdraw. The intervention comes as Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton head to a runoff election.
