President Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton comes just a week before the Texas GOP runoff, marking a significant moment in the campaign.
The primary race has been characterized by contention and high costs, reflecting the stakes involved for both candidates.
Paxton is challenging incumbent Senator John Cornyn, who has held the seat and is now facing a tough electoral battle.
Updates
Update at 22:04 UTC on 2026-05-25
AP News reported Cornyn and Paxton flood Texas airwaves in final day of GOP Senate runoff AP News.
Sources: AP News
Update at 02:02 UTC on 2026-05-27
Le Monde reported Ken Paxton, Texas's attorney general, has survived years of legal, ethical and personal scandal, including a 2023 impeachment by the Republican-led Texas House, along with allegations of bribery and misconduct.
Sources: Le Monde