Trump still noncommittal on Cornyn, Paxton endorsement, says 'maybe relatively soon'

The race is razor close, according to the RealClearPolitics polls average. And a Trump endorse will be a significant factor in the outcome.

Published: May 8, 2026 7:59am

Updated: May 8, 2026 8:45am

President Donald Trump still appears undecided on whether he'll endorse incumbent Texas GOP John Cornyn or challenger Attorney General Ken Paxton in a runoff later this month for the GOP nomination for the General Election.

"Yeah, I'll make a decision. ...  Maybe relatively soon," he told a reporter Thursday.

The runoff is May 26. 

Paxton leads by 3.2 points, according to the RealClearPolitics polls average. And a Trump endorsement will be a significant factor in the outcome. 

 

 

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