John Cornyn Launches Reelection Campaign with Key GOP Endorsements
Amid rising speculation of a primary challenge from Ken Paxton, Cornyn secures backing from Senate Majority Leader John Thune and other Republican leaders.
- Senator John Cornyn has officially announced his bid for a fifth term in the U.S. Senate, emphasizing his alignment with Trump's agenda.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune has endorsed Cornyn, praising his effectiveness and role in building the Republican Senate majority.
- Ken Paxton, Texas Attorney General and Trump ally, continues to hint at a potential primary challenge but has not formally declared his candidacy.
- Paxton has criticized Cornyn's conservative credentials, labeling him a 'RINO' and claiming he does not represent Texas's values.
- Polling shows Paxton with higher approval ratings among Texas Republicans, intensifying speculation about a competitive primary battle.