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Senate Republicans urge Trump to back Cornyn in Texas runoff

Mar 4, 2026Center

Sen. John Cornyn’s (R-Texas) better-than-expected performance in Tuesday’s primary could turn the race on its head as President Trump revealed that he will endorse “soon” in the looming runoff against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R). Senate GOP leaders, itching avoid an expensive battle with Democrat James Talarico, are pushing Trump to back the…

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