Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general, is now a leading Republican candidate for the United States Senate. He is running to unseat incumbent Senator John Cornyn in a high-profile primary runoff.
The race has drawn national attention, largely due to President Trump’s endorsement of Mr. Paxton. This support signals a significant shift in Texas Republican politics.
Mr. Paxton has built a reputation as a hardline conservative legal figure. His tenure has been marked by frequent lawsuits against the Biden administration.
Legal controversies have also followed Mr. Paxton throughout his career. He faces a long-standing securities fraud indictment and an ongoing impeachment trial in the Texas Senate.
Despite these challenges, Mr. Paxton maintains strong support among grassroots conservatives. His campaign emphasizes loyalty to Trump and a focus on border security.
Senator John Cornyn, a three-term incumbent, has framed himself as a more experienced and reliable conservative. He highlights his work on judicial confirmations and disaster relief.
The runoff election will likely decide the general election outcome in deep-red Texas. Both candidates are vying to rally the state’s conservative base before voters head to the polls.
