DALLAS, Texas –Texas Senator John Cornyn may face a challenge from Attorney General Ken Paxton, reflecting shifting dynamics within the state’s Republican Party.
Paxton, who has served as Texas Attorney General since 2015, has indicated he is considering a run against Cornyn for the U.S. Senate seat.
Recent polling suggests that Paxton has gained support among GOP voters, with some surveys showing him leading Cornyn within the Republican base.
Paxton’s alignment with the party’s conservative wing has made him a prominent figure within the state’s Republican politics, while Cornyn’s more moderate stance could put him at odds with the increasingly conservative party faction.
Paxton’s tenure as Attorney General has been marked by legal battles, including his recent acquittal on corruption charges, which have not appeared to impact his standing among Republican voters.
His positions on key issues have resonated with the party’s right wing, positioning him as a challenger in a potential primary race.
Cornyn, who has served in the Senate for four terms, has been a fixture of Texas politics but faces increasing pressure from within his party.
While Cornyn has supported key policies of former President Donald Trump, his more pragmatic approach has sometimes led to tensions with the conservative elements of the GOP.