Paxton's Odds Surge As Cornyn Faces Trump-Backed Challenge
May 24, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via Newsweek

Ken Paxton’s chances of beating John Cornyn are rising just days before the election, signaling real momentum in the Texas GOP battle. Cornyn is trying to draw contrasts and survive a challenge that has increasingly become a referendum on party loyalty and the Trump-era base. For conservatives, this is another reminder that voters are fed up with weak, establishment politics. The race is still tight, but the energy appears to be with Paxton. Read more about this...