Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general, won the Republican primary runoff against incumbent John Cornyn. Paxton's victory, supported by former President Donald Trump, reflects Trump's influence in Texas. Paxton will face Democratic candidate James Talarico in the upcoming election. Talarico has gained popularity through his message of peace and populism, although he faces challenges in the predominantly Republican state. Additionally, the article briefly mentions a decline in funding for the World Food Programme and the impact of the US-Israel conflict on food prices.
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Ken Paxton Wins Texas Republican Primary Against John Cornyn
Ken Paxton has won the Republican primary runoff in Texas, defeating incumbent John Cornyn. Supported by Donald Trump, Paxton will face Democrat James Talarico in the general election. The article also touches on funding issues for the World Food Programme and the effects of geopolitical conflicts on food prices.
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First Thing: Trump-backed Ken Paxton ousts John Cornyn in Texas primary
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Ken Paxton Wins Texas Republican Primary Against John Cornyn