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Sen. John Cornyn raised $7 million in the fourth quarter, boosting his cash on hand to more than $15 million—the best quarterly total of his career—as he faces a tight Texas Republican primary against Ken Paxton and Wesley Hunt. Cornyn has attacked Paxton, who faces investigations and personal baggage, while polls show a competitive race ahead of the early March primary; a runoff could follow in late May.
Republican Rep. Wesley Hunt is challenging incumbent Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton in Texas's 2026 Senate race, positioning himself as an alternative amid intra-party conflicts and significant campaign spending, with Hunt emphasizing his alignment with Trump and support from voters seeking a different candidate.
A recent Emerson poll shows Texas Senator John Cornyn leading Attorney General Ken Paxton narrowly in the GOP primary, with a significant portion of voters still undecided. The race is highly competitive, and the outcome may hinge on a potential Trump endorsement. The poll also highlights voter preferences in other races and issues, including the upcoming 2028 presidential race and redistricting debates.
Texas Senator John Cornyn outraised challenger Ken Paxton in the last quarter, with $3.9 million raised compared to Paxton's $2.9 million, strengthening his financial position ahead of a high-profile GOP primary, despite polls favoring Paxton.