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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton stunned political watchers by winning the Republican Senate nomination, defeating four-term incumbent John Cornyn in a runoff — the first time a Texas GOP senator lost their party’s nomination. Backed by a late, decisive endorsement from Donald Trump, Paxton overcame Cornyn’s massive ad spend and GOP leadership support, with voters seemingly prioritizing change over experience. Paxton’s controversial past — including an impeachment acquittal and extramarital affair allegations — became central to the race, though Trump’s influence tipped the scales. Now, Paxton faces state Rep. James Talarico in November, while other Texas runoff races could flip House seats. Strategists warn that Paxton’s nomination could drain GOP resources, complicating efforts to hold Senate majority.

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