Trump names scapegoats as Republicans sweat in Texas
Summary
President Donald Trump blamed Senator John Cornyn and Karl Rove for making it harder for Ken Paxton to win the Texas Senate race. The race is closely watched since Texas has not elected a Democratic senator since 1988, and recent polls show Democrat James Talarico slightly ahead of Paxton.Key Facts
- President Trump said Cornyn and Rove are causing problems for Ken Paxton in the Senate race.
- Texas last voted for a Democratic senator in 1988.
- Elon Musk donated $158 million to a GOP super PAC, which then helped a Texas PAC supporting Paxton.
- A recent Texas poll shows Democrat James Talarico leading Paxton 50% to 47%.
- Over $500 million has been spent on ads in the Texas Senate race.
- Talarico raised $64 million in small donations in one quarter, with most contributions under $100.
- Paxton raised $18 million in the same period.
- Republican leaders warned that a tough primary between Paxton and Cornyn could hurt the party’s chances in the general election.
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