Thune Warns Paxton Nomination Could Cost GOP Texas Senate Seat

Senate Minority Leader John Thune warned that Democrats could flip Texas’ Senate seat if Ken Paxton is the GOP nominee, as Cornyn fights a primary against Paxton and Wesley Hunt. Paxton’s impeachment history fuels GOP anxiety, while Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico vie for the nomination; polls show Paxton ahead but without a majority, potentially triggering a May runoff. Republicans have already poured money into Cornyn’s bid, highlighting how the race could affect the 53–47 Senate split.