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DEFIANT: Ken Paxton REFUSES to Bow Out of Texas Senate Race Even if Trump Backs RINO Cornyn

Gary FranchiMarch 5, 2026190 views
DEFIANT: Ken Paxton REFUSES to Bow Out of Texas Senate Race Even if Trump Backs RINO Cornyn
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is drawing a line in the sand, declaring he won't abandon his Senate bid even if President Trump throws his support behind establishment favorite John Cornyn in the heated GOP primary battle.

"I'M STAYING IN THIS RACE," Paxton declared defiantly, as reported by conservative commentator @Polis_in_Exile on social media. The Texas AG made it crystal clear he won't bow to pressure from the political establishment, stating he owes it to the people of Texas to continue his fight.

The showdown comes as President Trump reportedly prepares to wade into the contentious May 26 primary runoff, with sources indicating he plans to endorse either Paxton or Cornyn while pushing the other to "immediately" drop out of the race. Social media user @nhoustonrich captured the brewing tension, noting Trump's call for the primary battle to end with his upcoming endorsement.

Establishment vs. America First

This isn't just another primary fight – it's a battle for the soul of the Republican Party in Texas. Paxton has built his reputation as a fearless conservative warrior, taking on Big Tech, fighting illegal immigration, and challenging federal overreach at every turn. Meanwhile, Cornyn represents the old guard establishment that many grassroots conservatives believe has sold out working Americans.

The fact that Paxton is willing to potentially go against a Trump endorsement shows just how committed he is to his principles. "I owe it to the people of Texas," Paxton reportedly told supporters, emphasizing his loyalty lies with voters, not political calculations.

"Let the voters decide," as one observer noted on social media – a sentiment that should resonate with every American who believes in democracy over backroom deals.

Patriots across Texas now face a crucial decision: Will they support the establishment's chosen candidate, or will they back the proven conservative fighter who's been battling the deep state and defending constitutional rights for years?

One thing's certain – Ken Paxton isn't backing down from this fight, and that's exactly the kind of backbone Texas needs in the U.S. Senate.

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Gary Franchi

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TexasFirstVerifiedjust now
Finally! Someone with a backbone who won't fold under pressure.
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SmallGovTexanVerifiedjust now
This is exactly what the Republican Party needs - candidates who stand on principle even when it's politically difficult. The establishment needs to learn they can't just pick our candidates for us.
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RedStateRealistVerifiedjust now
Paxton has been solid on election integrity and fighting Biden's overreach. That's the kind of fighter we need in the Senate, not another go-along-to-get-along Republican.
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BorderDefenderVerifiedjust now
100% agree. His lawsuits against the Biden admin have been crucial for Texas.
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ConservativeVoter2024Verifiedjust now
Wait, is Trump actually backing Cornyn or is this just speculation? I haven't seen any official endorsement yet.
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GrassrootsGOPVerifiedjust now
I've met Paxton at a few local events and he genuinely listens to the concerns of regular Texans. Cornyn feels like he's been in DC too long and lost touch with what we actually want.
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TexasPatriot88Verifiedjust now
Good for Paxton! We need someone who will actually fight for conservative values instead of just going along with the establishment. Cornyn has been disappointing us for years.
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LoneStarMomVerifiedjust now
Exactly! Cornyn votes with Democrats way too often. Time for fresh blood.