Texas GOP
Coverage of Texas GOP in the Nexus archive.
- State lawmakers to explore banning foreign nationals from using Texas surrogates
Texas lawmakers are considering banning foreign nationals from using Texas surrogates, citing concerns over birthright citizenship and immigration. The Texas GOP has included this in its platform, while surrogacy experts warn it could lead to broader restrictions. Florida has passed a similar law, and Congress is considering the SAFE Kids Act.
- Cornyn says closed primaries could backfire on Texas GOP, breaking with Abbott, Paxton
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn argues that closed primaries might harm the Texas GOP, diverging from positions held by Abbott and Paxton. Cornyn is campaigning for reelection in Corpus Christi.
- The Texas GOP wants closed primaries. Here’s what that would mean for voters
Gov. Greg Abbott and Texas GOP leaders propose a law to restrict voting in GOP primaries to registered Republicans. The initiative aims to change Texas' primary election rules.
- The Texas GOP wants closed primaries. Here’s what that would mean for voters.
The Texas GOP is advocating for closed primaries, and delegates discussed legislative priorities at the 2026 Texas State Republican Convention in Houston.
- Texas GOP leaders call for unity to ‘demolish’ Democrats
Texas GOP leaders, including Governor Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, urged party unity at their biennial convention following a contentious Senate primary between Attorney General Ken Paxton and incumbent Senator John Cornyn. They warned that internal divisions could jeopardize the party's 30-year statewide dominance and called for a unified effort against Democrats in the November midterm elections.
- From Cornyn to Paxton: How Trump helped accelerate the Texas GOP’s transformation
The article examines how President Donald Trump influenced the transformation of the Texas GOP. It references a 2019 meeting between Trump, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
- MORNING GLORY: Republicans, stop fighting each other. We can't let Democrats seize the Senate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated Sen. John Cornyn in a GOP Senate primary runoff, backed by President Trump's endorsement. The article urges Republican unity to support Paxton against Democratic challenger James Talarico and highlights key Senate races in 2026 that could determine chamber control.
- Middleton wins Texas GOP attorney general runoff over Rep. Roy
State Senator John Middleton won the Texas GOP attorney general runoff election against Representative Lance Gooden. The victory followed a contentious primary race.
- Texas GOP voters oust Cornyn in Paxton upset
Texas GOP voters ousted U.S. Senator John Cornyn in favor of Trump-backed Attorney General Ken Paxton in a primary upset. Paxton secured 63.2% of the vote, marking a significant defeat for a Republican senator and highlighting Trump's influence in reshaping GOP primaries.
- Paxton defeats Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) is projected to defeat incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) in the Republican Senate runoff, thanks to a last-minute endorsement from President Trump. Cornyn’s Senate tenure will end without a fifth term.
- Key points on Cornyn-Paxton Texas GOP Senate runoff
Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are competing in a Senate primary runoff in Texas. The runoff, part of the GOP primary, concludes Tuesday, with CBS News' Fin Gómez analyzing the race.
- Texas prompts Democratic hopes; Trump’s GOP grip falters: Join the live discussion
The Texas GOP primary race between Sen. John Cornyn and Ken Paxton is seen as a test of President Trump's influence within the party, while Democrats express cautious optimism amid Trump's potential waning grip. The article also references an ongoing analysis of the Democratic Party's 2024 election losses.
- Texas GOP voters vote in race that could shape future of the party -- and the Senate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is challenging U.S. Senator John Cornyn in a contentious GOP primary, with a $100 million campaign that could determine the party's future and control of the Senate.
- Morning news brief
The U.S. military claimed it struck Iran in self-defense, Russia warned of increased attacks on Ukraine, and Texas Republicans are voting in a primary that could impact the party's direction.
- Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary runoff
President Trump has endorsed Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Senate primary runoff. The endorsement comes one week before voting ends in the primary. The runoff is part of the Texas GOP election for U.S. Senate.
- Cornyn suggests Trump won’t back him in Texas Senate runoff: ‘I think that ship has finally sailed’
Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn has given up hope of receiving an endorsement from President Trump in the Texas GOP Senate primary runoff. Cornyn made the comment after voting in Austin, Texas. The runoff is currently underway with early voting in progress.
- California Gov. Newsom announces redistricting effort to counter Texas GOP
California Governor Newsom announces a redistricting effort to counter Texas GOP's plan to redraw congressional districts. This move is in response to Texas's efforts to change its congressional district boundaries. California Democrats aim to address the issue with their own plan.