Republican says Trump’s support of Ken Paxton in Texas primary was ‘colossal mistake’
Summary
US Senator Thom Tillis criticized President Trump for backing Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Senate Republican primary. Tillis said this support was a big mistake and could put the Senate seat at risk for the Republican Party.Key Facts
- President Trump supported Ken Paxton instead of incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary.
- Ken Paxton won the primary and will face Democrat James Talarico in the November general election.
- Thom Tillis called Trump's support of Paxton a "colossal mistake" and an "unforced error."
- Paxton has faced political scandals, including impeachment and felony charges, but was acquitted and had some cases dismissed.
- Cornyn had said Republicans should move on from Trump during the 2024 presidential campaign.
- Tillis is known for publicly criticizing some of President Trump's decisions.
- Tillis also defended NATO and criticized other Republican leaders over national security and immigration issues.
- The general election race has high stakes as a Democrat could win a statewide office in Texas for the first time in over 30 years.
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