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Texas election results on March 3, 2026, show that U.S. Senator John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are headed to a Republican U.S. Senate runoff after neither candidate secured more than 50 percent of the vote in the GOP primary.
The runoff election is scheduled for May 26, 2026, and will determine the Republican nominee for the November general election in Texas.
The results were tallied across the state’s largest counties, with Cornyn narrowly leading Paxton and Representative Wesley Hunt trailing far behind, forcing the primary into a second voting round. The race reflects deep divisions within the Republican Party in Texas.
Texas Election Results: John Cornyn and Ken Paxton Headed to Republican U.S. Senate Runoff
Cornyn fell short of outright victory despite raising $25 million from corporate donors and PACs. Paxton surged on President Trump endorsements and border security attacks, flipping deep-red counties.
Hunt exited early, praising both but endorsing no one. Turnout hit 1.8 million—double 2020 midterm levels—as Trump’s shadow loomed large.
Ken Paxton Senate Bid Challenges Cornyn Establishment
Paxton framed Cornyn as a RINO for Ukraine aid votes and Big Tech ties, winning 70% in rural West Texas.
Cornyn countered with Paxton’s impeachment scandal and FBI probes. Paxton’s 39% beat expectations, fueled by grassroots door-knocking in 50 counties.
John Cornyn Reelection Fight Eyes May Runoff Edge
Cornyn dominated urban suburbs like Dallas and Houston, holding 55% there. His war chest dwarfs Paxton’s $8 million haul.
Analysts predict higher May turnout favors Cornyn’s machine, but Paxton vows to "fight the uniparty." Texas GOP rift deepens national Senate math.
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Cornyn-Paxton runoff shapes Texas GOP soul and U.S. Senate majority. Watch attack ads and Trump’s pick intensifies. Voters decide Senate power balance May 26.
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