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Talarico, Trump react to Paxton's massive win against Cornyn in Texas
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Trump ally, defeated incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in a primary election, setting up a November race against State Rep. James Talarico. The victory positions Paxton as a key figure in Texas politics ahead of the general election.
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