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State Representative James Talarico has won the Texas Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, projected by the AP. Joe Scarborough noted Talarico is 'not your father's Democrat,' highlighting his moderate appeal. The Republican primary heads to a runoff.
Texas Republican Senate primary candidates John Cornyn and Ken Paxton are headed to a May 26th runoff after neither secured a majority of votes. On the Democratic side, James Talarico won his party's primary, setting the stage for a potentially pivotal general election contest.
Incumbent U.S. Senator John Cornyn faces a tough runoff against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on May 26th. Cornyn's campaign is highlighting Paxton's legal troubles and alleged personal misconduct, but the influence of Donald Trump and anti-Washington sentiment pose significant challenges for the incumbent.
Senator John Cornyn has sharply criticized Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, calling him "self-centered" and "shameless" as their race heads to a Republican Senate runoff. Cornyn warned that Paxton's nomination risks Republican seats and the party's agenda.
Senator John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are headed to a runoff election for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Texas. The unexpectedly tight primary results indicate a prolonged and competitive race extending to late May.
Donald Trump has notably withheld an endorsement in the key Texas Republican Senate primary between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton, sparking strategic analysis. Meanwhile, Democrats grapple with electability versus energy in their own contested primary, seeking lessons for the upcoming midterm elections.
