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Cornyn Warns Paxton Will Be 'Kiss of Death' for GOP as Primary Race Heats Up
Sen. John Cornyn warned that if his opponent Ken Paxton wins the Republican primary in Texas, it would be a 'kiss of death' for the GOP, and a Democratic candidate could potentially win the state's Senate seat. The statement comes as a bloody primary race rages on, with many Republicans concerned about Paxton's ability to lead the party effectively.
Sen. John Cornyn warned that electing Ken Paxton as Texas Attorney General would be a 'kiss of death' for the GOP in his Senate re-election bid, as a bloody primary race ramps up against him. Cornyn is seeking to keep his job in the Senate vote against Democratic challenger MJ Hegar. The election is seen as crucial for control of the chamber.
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