Cornyn-Paxton Texas Primary Fight Turns To County By County Test
May 27, 2026·about 1 hour ago·via NBC News

The Texas GOP Senate clash is turning into a hard-edged fight over turnout, local power, and which Republican base shows up. NBC News points to 10 counties that could decide whether Sen. John Cornyn can hold off Attorney General Ken Paxton. For conservatives, this is a reminder that establishment money and slogans do not guarantee victory when voters want a fighter. The outcome will say a lot about the direction of Texas Republicans. Read more about this...