Will the Texas primary run-off provide opportunities for Democrats?

Voters in Texas are heading to the polls for a Republican runoff in the contentious US Senate primary between Attorney General Ken Paxton, endorsed by Donald Trump, and incumbent John Cornyn. The winner will face Democratic nominee James Talarico in the November midterm elections. Paxton’s controversial history raises concerns among Republicans, who fear his nomination could jeopardize their chances in the general election and affect the balance of power in the Senate.

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