Texas U.S. Senate race heats up after Paxton secures GOP nomination
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
Stage is set for November general election
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
The race for the U.S. Senate remains the top battleground in Texas. On Wednesday, GOP nominee Ken Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico wasted no time throwing punches.
Stage set for intense Texas Senate race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton
After a commanding win for Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff election, the stage is now set for an intense general election between Paxton and his upstart opponent, Democrat James Talarico.
After a commanding win for Ken Paxton in the Republican Senate runoff election, the stage is now set for an intense general election between Paxton and his upstart opponent, Democrat James Talarico.
Texas 2026 runoff takeaways: Trump effect in full force on election night
Texans have spoken and, in the wake of the primary runoffs, it's clear that they're calling for change and a shift in the establishment, particularly on the Republican side.
Texans have spoken and, in the wake of the primary runoffs, it's clear that they're calling for change and a shift in the establishment, particularly on the Republican side.
Paxton thanks Cornyn, pounces on Talarico after big Senate win
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton quickly turned to attack his Democratic opponent for U.S. Senate after he secured the Republican nomination during Tuesday’s runoff election.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton quickly turned to attack his Democratic opponent for U.S. Senate after he secured the Republican nomination during Tuesday’s runoff election.
Sen. Cornyn loses Republican Primary Runoff for Senate
Sen. John Cornyn spoke after losing the Republican Primary Runoff against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate.
Sen. John Cornyn spoke after losing the Republican Primary Runoff against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the U.S. Senate.
Paxton wins Republican Primary Runoff for U.S. Senate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Republican runoff for U.S. Senate, defeating Sen. John Cornyn.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Republican runoff for U.S. Senate, defeating Sen. John Cornyn.
Cornyn pledges Republican ticket support after bitter loss to Paxton in Senate race
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said he will support the Republican ticket despite his loss to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the party’s nomination.
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said he will support the Republican ticket despite his loss to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the party’s nomination.
FULL: John Cornyn's speech after TX Senate runoff loss
Senator John Cornyn delivers an emotional concession speech following the Texas Republican primary runoff, reflecting on more than 40 years of public service, 18 consecutive campaign victories, and his time representing Texans in the U.S. Senate. Joined by his family, Cornyn thanks supporters, staff, volunteers, and voters while emphasizing faith, public service, and the future of the Republican Party. In his remarks, Cornyn discusses his legislative accomplishments, the importance of civic participation, and the next generation of American leaders. He also shares personal reflections, quotes Theodore Roosevelt’s famous “Man in the Arena” speech, and vows to continue serving Texans during the remainder of his Senate term.
Senator John Cornyn delivers an emotional concession speech following the Texas Republican primary runoff, reflecting on more than 40 years of public service, 18 consecutive campaign victories, and his time representing Texans in the U.S. Senate. Joined by his family, Cornyn thanks supporters, staff, volunteers, and voters while emphasizing faith, public service, and the future of the Republican Party. In his remarks, Cornyn discusses his legislative accomplishments, the importance of civic participation, and the next generation of American leaders. He also shares personal reflections, quotes Theodore Roosevelt’s famous “Man in the Arena” speech, and vows to continue serving Texans during the remainder of his Senate term.
Texas primary runoffs: Paxton wallops Cornyn to secure Republican Senate nomination
Voters have made their choice in one of the most contentious runoff elections in Texas.
Voters have made their choice in one of the most contentious runoff elections in Texas.
LIVE ELECTION RESULTS: Paxton trounces Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate runoff
Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn has lost his runoff election against Texas AG Ken Paxton.
Incumbent Sen. John Cornyn has lost his runoff election against Texas AG Ken Paxton.
LIVE ELECTION RESULTS: Texas statewide, congressional runoffs
Follow live vote counts for every Texas statewide race.
Follow live vote counts for every Texas statewide race.
Trump endorses Paxton for U.S. Senate
With primary election runoffs now just a week away, President Trump has made an endorsement in the Texas race for U.S. Senate. Trump announced he will be throwing his support behind AG Ken Paxton.
With primary election runoffs now just a week away, President Trump has made an endorsement in the Texas race for U.S. Senate. Trump announced he will be throwing his support behind AG Ken Paxton.
Ken Paxton, John Cornyn clash in first public comments since Trump’s Texas Senate endorsement
President Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate runoff has intensified the race, sparking a sharp debate with incumbent Senator John Cornyn over party loyalty and electability.
President Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate runoff has intensified the race, sparking a sharp debate with incumbent Senator John Cornyn over party loyalty and electability.
2026 Primary Runoff Election: Early voting underway
Early voting got underway for the midterm primary runoffs. There are several state and congressional races to be settled and the biggest is the GOP battle for the U.S. Senate nomination.
Early voting got underway for the midterm primary runoffs. There are several state and congressional races to be settled and the biggest is the GOP battle for the U.S. Senate nomination.
Early voting begins for primary runoffs
Early voting got underway for the midterm primary runoffs. There are several state and congressional races to be settled and the biggest is the GOP battle for the U.S. Senate nomination
Early voting got underway for the midterm primary runoffs. There are several state and congressional races to be settled and the biggest is the GOP battle for the U.S. Senate nomination
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn introduces BOOT Sharia Law Act to bar 'anti-American' immigrants
Sen. John Cornyn has introduced the BOOT Sharia Law Act to prevent noncitizens who support Sharia law or anti-American ideologies from entering or staying in the United States.
Sen. John Cornyn has introduced the BOOT Sharia Law Act to prevent noncitizens who support Sharia law or anti-American ideologies from entering or staying in the United States.
Texas runoff campaigns prepare for final push as early voting approaches
The biggest fight to be determined involved the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has a look at how the final push is expected to play out.
The biggest fight to be determined involved the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has a look at how the final push is expected to play out.
Who will win the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate?
The biggest fight to be determined involved the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has a look at how the final push is expected to play out.
The biggest fight to be determined involved the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has a look at how the final push is expected to play out.
Senate unanimously votes to withhold its pay during government shutdowns
The Senate unanimously approved a resolution to withhold lawmakers’ pay during government shutdowns.
The Senate unanimously approved a resolution to withhold lawmakers’ pay during government shutdowns.