Nervous Republicans rally behind Cornyn as they wait on Trump’s Texas pick
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by By Jordain Carney, Alex Gangitano and Liz CramptonMarch 4, 2026
John Cornyn and his allies are trying to turn a surprising lead over firebrand Ken Paxton into a decisive presidential nod.
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Originally published on Politico on 3/4/2026