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POLITICSMay 27 · 11:32 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLDClea Skopeliti

First Thing: Trump-backed Ken Paxton ousts John Cornyn in Texas primary

Ken Paxton, a scandal-ridden Texas attorney general backed by Donald Trump, defeated incumbent John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate, highlighting Trump's influence in Texas. Democratic candidate Roy Talarico faces long odds but has gained popularity with a message of peace and populism.

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