"Ken Paxton's challenge to four-term incumbent John Cornyn in Texas has evolved from a scare into a deadly threat, reflecting a major turn to the far right in the Lone Star GOP."
"Senate Republicans will go to great lengths to protect their incumbents, aside from the fact that Paxton is deemed a lot more vulnerable to a general-election upset by Democratic nominee James Talarico."
"Typically, GOP runoffs in Texas are low-turnout affairs that give a big advantage to the more ideologically inclined candidates, a phenomenon that could be exacerbated this year by proximity to the Memorial Day weekend."
"The day after the primary, it looked like they might get their wish, as Trump promised to 'soon' endorse a candidate and then demand that the unlucky rival drop out."
The Senate primary in Texas has become a contentious battle, with Ken Paxton challenging incumbent John Cornyn. Paxton's far-right stance has garnered support, while Cornyn is viewed as a RINO. Senate Republicans are concerned about Cornyn's vulnerability against Democratic nominee James Talarico. Significant funding has been directed to support Cornyn, who faces a runoff due to a third candidate. Low turnout in Texas GOP runoffs may favor ideologically extreme candidates, prompting calls for a Trump endorsement to bolster Cornyn's campaign.
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