Skip to content
Govbase
Govbase

Trump Intervenes in Texas Senate Primary Race

January 27 – March 8, 2026

Donald Trump's move to endorse John Cornyn over Ken Paxton and pressure the latter to withdraw has ignited significant backlash within the Texas Republican base. This intervention marks a pivotal moment in the state's primary runoff, testing the former president's influence over local party loyalties.

30 Articles

Cornyn and Paxton to face each other in the great Texas Trump-off

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

Trump's dilemma in Texas | CNN Politics

CNNCenter Left

In Texas, Trump flirts with defying his own movement

Washington PostCenter Left

Trump puts Paxton on notice in Texas Senate primary in interview with POLITICO

POLITICOCenter Left

MAGA backlash if Trump endorses Cornyn: Lauren Green

news_articleUnrated

Paxton vows he's 'staying in this race' even if Trump backs Cornyn in Texas GOP clash

Fox NewsRight

Analysis generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.