politics
Trump’s dilemma in Texas
It’s been two days since President Donald Trump said he would not only endorse a candidate in the Texas primary runoff between Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton, but that he would also try to get the other candidate to bow out.
TL;DR
- President Trump's endorsement for the Texas primary runoff between Sen. John Cornyn and AG Ken Paxton is delayed.
- Trump is awaiting clarity on voter ID legislation before making a decision.
- Endorsing incumbent Cornyn would be conventional but could alienate the MAGA base who favor Paxton.
- Paxton has baggage, including legal investigations and allegations, which raises concerns about his electability against Democrats.
- Paxton insists he will not withdraw from the race, despite Trump's potential intervention.
- Trump's endorsements have a strong track record but are not infallible, with several exceptions noted.