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James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for the Texas Senate, is reportedly amassing more campaign funds than his Republican opponents. This development comes as Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton continue their own political battles.
Senators are actively pushing for a deal to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown and fund the TSA, with top Republicans presenting a plan to resolve the crisis that has caused airport delays and public fury.
The absence of an endorsement from former President Trump is a significant factor in the Texas Senate primary, with candidates like John Cornyn highlighting their support for Trump and Ken Paxton campaigning in areas associated with Mar-a-Lago.
Senator John Cornyn criticized Representative Greg Casar for allegedly holding TSA agents 'hostage' during an airport clash, as Cornyn delivered food to workers amid a government shutdown.
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) stated that legal complications, including a similar case, are delaying the release of findings in the election campaign contributions case of Senator Rodante Marcoleta.
Texas Republicans send shockwaves as 60% reportedly vote against John Cornyn in primary, signaling widespread anger at Senate leadership decisions.
Wesley Hunt is facing attacks from better-known rivals Cornyn, Paxton in Texas' GOP Senate primary AP News
Ken Paxton has declared he will remain in the Texas Senate race, even if President Trump endorses his rival John Cornyn in the upcoming GOP primary runoff.
Reports claim Trump is leaning toward endorsing the incumbent Senator John Cornyn
Prediction markets accurately forecast the Texas Democratic primary winner but failed to predict the GOP race, as speculation continues regarding Trump's endorsement for the Texas GOP runoff.
The president said on Truth Social that he will call for the candidate who does not receive his endorsement to drop out of the race, which is heading to a runoff.
He'll face either US Senator John Cornyn or Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the US Senate seat this November. Republicans will be defending their 53-47 majority.
How Talarico Won Over Latino Voters to Win the Texas Democratic Senate Primary WSJ
DDHQ projects that Cornyn and Paxton will advance to a runoff election in the Texas Republican Senate primary.
Things to Watch for During the Big Texas Primary WSJ
Party worries a victory by Maga darling Ken Paxton over John Cornyn would open door to Democrats in red state Four-term Republican US senator John Cornyn is fighting for his political life against…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said President Donald Trump "did the right thing" with Operation Epic Fury, while Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, was on Air Force One when he gave the order.
Texas GOP voters express a desire for a 'fighter' in the Senate primary, with Attorney General Ken Paxton leading polls against Senator John Cornyn.
Texas Senate primaries reveal deep political divisions as voters navigate choices between Cornyn, Paxton, Crockett, and Talarico amid Iran strikes.
Senator John Cornyn, R-Texas, anticipates Democrats will side with illegal immigrant truckers by opposing his proposed ban on commercial driver's licenses, which aims to advance 'Dalilah's Law'.
The Texas Senate primary race is intensifying between Cornyn, Paxton, and Hunt, with warnings that Paxton could be a 'kiss of death' for the GOP.
Ayaan Hirsi Ali, who fled Sharia law, has endorsed Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, for re-election in a critical Senate race that could determine whether the GOP retains its majority.
Activists at CPAC have endorsed Ken Paxton for the Texas Senate race over John Cornyn, while Senator Ted Cruz has refused to take sides in the high-stakes GOP Senate runoff, citing close ties to both candidates.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has received a wave of new endorsements from state lawmakers and candidates as the Texas Senate primary runoff intensifies.
The ongoing partial government shutdown, now in its second month, has led to 50,000 TSA officers working without pay, prompting the U.S. to warn that some airports may be forced to shut down due to the funding standoff, as lawmakers continue to debate DHS funding.
Donald Trump's nominee for a top diplomatic post, Jeremy Carl, has withdrawn from consideration following growing bipartisan backlash over his past controversial race and Israel comments, marking a setback for Trump despite initial support.
Some Texas Republicans are expressing concern that an endorsement from Donald Trump for Senator John Cornyn would be a 'mistake' for the MAGA movement.
GOP Rep. Eric Burlison of Missouri endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a Lone Star State Republican U.S. Senate primary runoff.
The runoff between Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has Republicans worried that infighting ahead of May's primary could make the GOP vulnerable before the general election.
The Texas Senate runoff election between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton is seen as crucial for President Donald Trump's agenda and the Republican Party's control of the Senate.
Ken Paxton, John Cornyn Head to GOP Runoff for Texas Senate WSJ
Ken Paxton, John Cornyn Head to GOP Runoff for Texas Senate WSJ
The Texas Primary elections saw high voter turnout and unexpected political alliances, with Talarico's victory and Cornyn's performance highlighted as significant outcomes.
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are set to continue their duel in the race for the GOP nomination in Texas, with a runoff setting up a final battle in May.
Ken Paxton, John Cornyn Head to GOP Runoff for Texas Senate WSJ
Rep. Wesley Hunt vowed a comeback after finishing third in Texas Senate Republican primary behind John Cornyn and Ken Paxton on Tuesday.
Democrat James Talarico won against Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Texas state primaries, while Republicans Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton are headed for a runoff.
A longtime fixture of Republican politics in Texas, he has occasionally criticized President Trump.
Texas Senate primary between Cornyn, Paxton, and Hunt could decide Republican control in 2026. Democrats Crockett and Talarico battle for nomination.
The primary race for Senate in Texas has become the most expensive on record, with John Cornyn and James Talarico heavily outspending their rivals. But Mr. Cornyn seems to be in trouble.
Readers in Texas are sharing their perspectives on the state's upcoming primary elections, offering insights into the current political landscape.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is actively campaigning against incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican Senate primary, criticizing Cornyn's effectiveness.
Rick Perry announced his political group will spend 'whatever we need' to support John Cornyn in the upcoming Senate primary.
Texas Republican Ken Paxton is stepping up his campaign efforts in his bid for a Senate seat, challenging incumbent GOP Senator John Cornyn.
Senator John Cornyn has received 17 new endorsements from Texas Republicans, intensifying his bitter primary runoff battle against Ken Paxton for a critical Texas seat.
The former chief of the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) has commented on the persistent issue of alleged paper leaks, stating that 'the system has not kept pace' and explaining why nothing changes. This comes as a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has charged 39 individuals for sharing explicit videos linked to former MP Prajwal Revanna, amidst ongoing sexual abuse investigations.
The B-52s are ripping Texas GOP Senator John Cornyn for using their famous song to attack his political opponent.
Former senator Joe Manchin accused John Cornyn of abandoning his longstanding support for the filibuster for political convenience, calling the reversal "deeply disappointing."
Republicans are advocating for changes to Senate filibuster rules to pass Trump's proposed 'SAVE Act,' which would mandate proof of citizenship for voting, with Senator John Cornyn reportedly flipping on the filibuster to push the bill through, as Trump uses the Paxton-Cornyn race to pressure the…
Texas Republican primary results show 60% of GOP voters rejected Sen. John Cornyn, signaling deep frustration with establishment leadership and inaction.
Cornyn goes on offense against Paxton as Republicans await Trump’s endorsement AP News
Julie Talarico won over Latino voters in the Texas Democratic Senate Primary, while Ken Paxton and John Cornyn are headed to a GOP runoff for the Texas Senate seat.
Trump says he'll make endorsement soon in the Texas Senate runoff between Paxton and Cornyn AP News
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are headed for a bloody runoff, but President Donald Trump wants to end things quickly, promising an endorsement "soon."
The veteran Texas senator faces what promises to be a bruising runoff with the state attorney general challenging him from the right. But he had a stronger showing than expected.
Ken Paxton, John Cornyn Head to GOP Runoff for Texas Senate WSJ
State Representative James Talarico has secured the Texas Senate Democratic nomination, while Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton are headed for a runoff election.
President Donald Trump has so far refrained from backing either incumbent Republican senator or MAGA challenger but may now have his hand forced following win for Democratic rising star
The race between Cornyn and the scandal-ridden Ken Paxton risks the Senate seat in blood-red Texas falling into the Democrats’ hands
Texas showdowns between Republicans John Cornyn v Ken Paxton as well as Democrats James Talarico v Jasmine Crockett have made US Senate seat most expensive primary on record Welcome to the start of…
Republican and Democratic Senate candidates, including John Cornyn, Ken Paxton, Jasmine Crockett, and James Talarico, are holding final rallies across Texas in bitter and expensive races.
The Texas primaries are underway, testing whether the GOP's gains with Latino voters in 2024 will hold, while the state's Senate races have become increasingly personal and contentious, with a four-term Republican senator facing challengers.
The Senate race is now the most expensive primary in history as Republicans scramble to save John Cornyn while Democrats duke it out in a bid to flip the seat
Texas Senator John Cornyn faced criticism for a social media post that read 'Why Dallas looks like New Delhi' and 'Welcome to Indian century'.
Texas Senate candidate Wesley Hunt filed a police report after a campaign staffer for an opponent allegedly posted his personal information on social media.
Texas Senator John Cornyn is encountering significant opposition in his bid for a fifth term, with the Republican primary marked by intense and costly attacks.