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Houston ChronicleThursday, 28 May 2026
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Paxton wins GOP nod after ousting Cornyn
Texas AG thanks Trump for support, attacks Dem rival Talarico
The report focuses on the significant shift in the Texas Republican hierarchy following a primary runoff, highlighting the influence of national endorsements on state-level races.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated long-serving U.S. Senator John Cornyn in a Republican primary runoff, representing a significant internal party shift. The victory sets up a high-stakes general election contest against Democrat James Talarico.
“ousting Cornyn”
“Focus on regional political realignment”
Menefee defeats Green in primary runoff
Redrawn District 18 race closely watched
Coverage of a Democratic primary runoff for a newly redrawn Congressional district, focusing on the transition of leadership.
Plummer upsets Parker to secure Harris County judge nomination
Local focus on the Democratic nomination for the county's top executive position, noting an unexpected victory for a former City Council member.
Trump: Midterms won't influence Iran war strategy
Reporting on executive branch foreign policy stances regarding Middle East conflict despite domestic political cycles.
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