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Texas Republican John Cornyn, in his first interview since his defeat by a Trump-backed challenger, predicted a 'bumpy ride' and 'miserable' final two years for Trump, as senators gain new political freedom.
Sidney Blumenthal argues that the defeat of Texas Senator John Cornyn marks a milestone in the Republican Party's decline, symbolizing its shift from a business-oriented party to a cult of personality between the Reagan and Trump eras.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sent an urgent letter to Donald Trump and US Congress members, requesting Patriot PAC-3 missiles and highlighting a critical shortage of air defense equipment. Zelensky emphasized the severe risk to Ukraine's skies without US assistance, mentioning a recent Russian attack with Oreshnik missiles.
Ken Paxton, endorsed by Donald Trump, won the Texas Republican primary, defeating incumbent John Cornyn. This victory came despite allegations surrounding Paxton and a heated campaign.
Ken Paxton, endorsed by Donald Trump, has successfully unseated John Cornyn in the Texas Senate race, marking a significant victory for the Trump-backed candidate.
President Trump has instructed negotiators not to rush into a deal with Iran, emphasizing a focus on nuclear weapons prohibition. This stance comes as some Republican senators express rare opposition to the President's approach to the potential agreement.
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing for a high-profile summit, often described as "tea diplomacy." The leaders met to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss cooperation, with Russia seeking political and economic support from China.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is proceeding into a Senate primary runoff against Senator John Cornyn, notably without the backing of some of his long-standing major donors.
A TPOR poll of 1,018 likely voters shows Texas Democrat Talarico leading Senator John Cornyn by three percentage points and Attorney General Ken Paxton by five in the upcoming Senate race.
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.
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.
Some Texas Republicans are expressing concern that an endorsement from Donald Trump for Senator John Cornyn would be a 'mistake' for the MAGA movement.
Texas Republican primary results show 60% of GOP voters rejected Sen. John Cornyn, signaling deep frustration with establishment leadership and inaction.
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
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
Rep. Wesley Hunt vowed a comeback after finishing third in Texas Senate Republican primary behind John Cornyn and Ken Paxton on Tuesday.
A longtime fixture of Republican politics in Texas, he has occasionally criticized President Trump.
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.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is actively campaigning against incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican Senate primary, criticizing Cornyn's effectiveness.
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.
Senator John Cornyn is being accused of attempting to sabotage Ken Paxton, following a significant defeat for Cornyn in Texas's recent primary runoff election.
Senator John Cornyn reportedly shared the fable of the frog and the scorpion following former President Trump's actions that led to the sinking of a reelection bid.
Donald Trump-backed Ken Paxton secured a victory in the Texas Senate primary runoff, solidifying Trump's influence within the Republican Party. Paxton's win has raised concerns among some Republicans regarding his electability in the general election.
Ken Paxton, endorsed by Donald Trump, successfully ousted incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary runoff. This victory marks another win for Trump-backed candidates in the midterm elections.
The Texas US Senate Republican primary runoff is nearing its conclusion, with all eyes on the race between incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, alongside other key contests in Tuesday's runoffs.
Senate Republicans have expressed frustration, anger, and sadness following former President Trump's snub of Senator John Cornyn during an event in Texas.
Senator John Cornyn, a GOP senator facing a brutal primary, repeatedly praised Islamic Relief USA even after its parent organization faced allegations of terror links and antisemitism worldwide. A review found these instances of praise.
Senator John Cornyn, a Republican from Texas, is reportedly facing a significant political battle, described as his 'last stand' in the state's GOP landscape.
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.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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
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.
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…
Texas GOP voters express a desire for a 'fighter' in the Senate primary, with Attorney General Ken Paxton leading polls against Senator John Cornyn.
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 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 states that Ken Paxton 'absolutely' jeopardizes the Texas Senate seat as the Republican nominee.
Ken Paxton has defeated incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary runoff election, a significant victory that highlights former President Trump's continued influence over the GOP base. This outcome has sparked discussions about the future of the Republican party in Texas and potential implications for the general election.
Ken Paxton has easily defeated John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff election, as captured in various photos.
The Texas Senate runoff election between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton has seen a surge of anti-Muslim rhetoric in campaign advertisements and legal disputes targeting the state's Muslim community.
Tuesday's Texas runoffs feature significant political battles, including John Cornyn's stand against Ken Paxton, among other closely watched contests.
Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky was defeated in his primary election by a challenger endorsed by President Trump. This outcome is widely seen as a result of Trump's campaign against Massie, whom he had criticized as a Republican critic.
Ken Paxton has secured a narrow lead over John Cornyn in a fiercely contested Republican primary race in Texas. The outcome of this bruising contest will significantly impact the state's political landscape.
Texas Senator John Cornyn sharply criticized Democrats, accusing them of holding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) "hostage" and failing on public safety by pushing sanctuary policies and defunding the agency.
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.
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."
Texas Republicans send shockwaves as 60% reportedly vote against John Cornyn in primary, signaling widespread anger at Senate leadership decisions.
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
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.
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.
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.
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'.
Rick Perry announced his political group will spend 'whatever we need' to support John Cornyn in the upcoming Senate primary.
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.