Ken Paxton
The Brief: State Party Wants Platner to Have ‘No Role’ in Picking Replacement
Here’s a look at a few things TPM is following this morning.
07.08.26 | 8:13 am
Armed With Trump’s Last Minute Endorsement, Paxton Defeats Cornyn in Texas GOP Runoff Primary
Trump's last minute endorsement of Paxton angered Senate Republicans. Paxton's win sets the party up for an expensive general election.
05.26.26 | 9:10 pm
Listen to This: Senator Talarico?
03.05.26 | 3:14 pm
Kate and Josh talk election returns and Trump’s new war with Iran.
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Texas Republicans’ Bid to Out-Hard Ass Each Other Continues
This is your TPM evening briefing.
08.13.25 | 6:30 pm