Polls close for early voting in Texas Senate runoff race between Paxton, Cornyn

Polls close for early voting in Texas Senate runoff race between Paxton, Cornyn

Ken Paxton has received a surprise endorsement from President Donald Trump, which has changed the dynamics of the race and put incumbent Senator John Cornyn at a disadvantage, with a lower voter turnout expected and a potential for Paxton to win with over 50% of the vote.

NEW: Trump-Endorsed Paxton Soars In Polls, Cornyn Faces Tough Fight Ahead

The Republican primary runoff in Texas for the U.S. Senate seat is expanding into a dramatic clash as Ken Paxton, the Texas Attorney General, aims to dethrone incumbent Senator John Cornyn. Paxton received a powerful endorsement from former President Donald Trump on May 19, 2024—a move that has undoubtedly reshaped the race’s dynamics. The polling numbers reflect this shift. A recent update indicated that Paxton commands a significant lead with …

Early voting ends ahead of Texas primary runoffs for Cornyn, Paxton and key House race

SAN ANTONIO - Early voting has ended, and voters now turn to Tuesday’s primary runoff elections, with several high-profile contests on the ballot.On Friday, the

Early voting winds down with low turnout, despite key Senate and congressional races

There's been low turnout for the May 26 runoff elections. That could benefit certain candidates.

Paxton crushing Cornyn in new Texas runoff poll taken post-Trump endorsement

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton opened up a mammoth lead in the Senate Republican runoff, according to a poll taken after President Trump endorsed Mr. Paxton in the race.