Cornyn prioritizes other initiatives after primary loss to Paxton

Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) stated on June 4, 2026, that his proposal to rename U.S. Route 287 as 'Trump Interstate' is no longer a priority following his recent primary loss to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Cornyn introduced the measure in May, shortly before Paxton won the primary by a margin of nearly 27 points. Cornyn indicated that the initiative may not be part of his agenda for the next seven months. Despite his efforts to gain Trump's endorsement, the former president supported Paxton instead, citing Cornyn's late backing during Trump's previous campaign. Following the primary, Cornyn has expressed more criticism of Trump, including skepticism about the appointment of Bill Pulte as director of national intelligence. The Washington Examiner has sought comments from Cornyn's office regarding the highway renaming initiative.