Trump backs Paxton in Texas runoff, reshaping GOP clash with Cornyn allies

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President Trump endorses Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate runoff against John Cornyn’s allies, as James Talarico remains the Democratic challenger who leads in recent polls and fundraising; the race is still viewed as likely Republican by Cook, with early voting ending Friday and Election Day on May 26.
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- Republican Senators Are Livid at Trump’s Endorsement of Paxton The New York Times
- Trump endorses Paxton, upending Senate GOP plans in Texas race CNN
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