Talarico leads Paxton in latest poll on Texas US Senate race
The U.S. Senate race in Texas continues to be competitive, according to a poll published Tuesday.
The U.S. Senate race in Texas continues to be competitive, according to a poll published Tuesday.
House narrowly passes $1.15 trillion defense bill: What to know
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
Senator Mitch McConnell breaks silence: 'Mild pneumonia' developed after fall
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
Lawyer who defended Paxton at impeachment trial backs Talarico
A lawyer who defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton during his impeachment trial three years ago has backed Paxton’s opponent in the upcoming U.S. Senate race.
A lawyer who defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton during his impeachment trial three years ago has backed Paxton’s opponent in the upcoming U.S. Senate race.
Texas lawmaker vows to name highway after Trump as Cornyn retreats from his own effort
A Texas lawmaker has pledged to rename a highway in honor of President Donald Trump after U.S. Sen John Cornyn backed away from his own effort to do the same.
A Texas lawmaker has pledged to rename a highway in honor of President Donald Trump after U.S. Sen John Cornyn backed away from his own effort to do the same.
Trump administration won’t pursue $1.8B “Anti-Weaponization Fund," Acting AG says
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
Paxtons cancel divorce trial as Senate race heats up
The public divorce trial of Ken and Angela Paxton has been canceled, just weeks before it was set to begin, according to Collin County court records.
The public divorce trial of Ken and Angela Paxton has been canceled, just weeks before it was set to begin, according to Collin County court records.
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.