March 5, 2026

As Texas waits on President Donald Trump’s promised endorsement, Sen. John Cornyn isn’t holding back on his runoff opponent in the Republican primary.

His campaign is releasing a new video Thursday with a litany of ethical and personal accusations against state Attorney General Ken Paxton. It’s an initial salvo in a second round of campaigning that could be even more bitter and expensive than the first.

 

As Texas awaits President Trump's endorsement in the heated Republican Senate runoff, Sen. John Cornyn is going on the offensive against state Attorney General Ken Paxton with a new campaign video highlighting Paxton's past scandals, including an impeachment trial and fraud indictment. Cornyn's team is investing heavily to ensure the allegations gain traction, signaling a potentially more vicious and costly second round of campaigning. Meanwhile, Trump has yet to pick a side, frustrating GOP voters who want clarity and consolidation before the May 26 runoff, where Cornyn leads but failed to secure a majority, and U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt was eliminated.

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