Texas Republicans endorse Ken Paxton after prior opposition spending
Republican state lawmakers endorsed Attorney General Ken Paxton for Senate after previously funding opposition to him.
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AFBytes briefing
Texas Senate representation influences federal judicial confirmations and regulatory oversight affecting energy and business sectors.
Key entities
- Paxton
- Texas
What to watch next
- Results from the Texas Republican primary will reveal whether unified support translates into voter consolidation.
- Monitor fundraising reports and polling in the Texas Senate race ahead of the general election.
John Thune Endorses Ken Paxton for Texas Senate Seat
Senate Majority Leader John Thune endorsed Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas and called for Republicans to unite behind him. The move follows a divisive primary that split the state party.