As we reported. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Republican primary for the Senate seat against Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX).
Cornyn has held the seat for 23 years. President Donald Trump endorsed Paxton, and in the end, Paxton prevailed, winning by 27 percentage points.
READ MORE: The Texas Senate Runoff Just Delivered a Brutal Verdict for the GOP Establishment
Unlike Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Cornyn's concession was classy. He said he would do what he could to support the Republican ticket and Paxton.
🚨 NOW: 23-year incumbent Sen. John Cornyn CONCEDES to Ken Paxton, and says he will support the Republican ticket this fall
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) May 27, 2026
"I've always supported the GOP ticket. I intend to do so again this general election."
Time for KEN PAXTON TO CRUSH James Talarico (D)! pic.twitter.com/otFrvqrXAp
Meanwhile, Paxton said he would support Trump's SAVE America Act, one of Trump's biggest priorities to ensure election security.
Trump praised Paxton and Cornyn. He also had a new nickname for Paxton's opponent, Democrat James Talarico. Once you see it, you won't be able to unsee it. Trump also bid a fond farewell to Rep. Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), who Talarico beat in the Democratic primary.
“Congratulations to Ken Paxton on such a tremendous win, and to John Cornyn for having run a strong and powerful race but, more importantly, having had a truly great career.”
“His opponent, Alfred E. Neuman, may be the worst TEXAS candidate I have ever seen. A strong Open Borders advocate, he is WEAK ON CRIME, believes there are 6 genders, is insulting to Jesus Christ, will never support the Military, was a big Mask Wearer until recently, and is a Vegan who dislikes meat, not exactly a good way to be if your wanting to win an Election in Texas.”
“Jasmine Crockett, a very low IQ individual, who is no relation to the legendary frontiersman, Davy Crockett, would have been a far better choice for the Dumocrats. I will do some nice, big, beautiful rallies for Ken. Texas, this will be FUN! GOD BLESS AMERICA. President DJT”
He may be right about Crockett standing a better chance.
Meanwhile, we should note that Talarico denies being a vegan. But the reason people may think so is because of his statement about running a vegan campaign back in 2022, because it was so "existential" to the planet.
You say "vegan accusations" as if your boss isn't on camera saying it's "existential" that Texans reduce their meat consumption.
— Brandon Gill (@realBrandonGill) March 18, 2026
The Talarico campaign is a total joke.pic.twitter.com/UAqRpJxVOA https://t.co/vGbx7OIBaN
Did it stop being "existential"? That will go over well in Texas. Not.
For those who don't know who Alfred E. Neuman is, here's a picture. He was the character from the humor publication, Mad Magazine.
LOL pic.twitter.com/RyUtRIYYHh
— 🇺🇸🦅Susana🎖️🎆 (@sueizzy) May 27, 2026
Here's the Democrats' picture of Talarico, which doesn't exactly help him. Do you see it?
Fired up. Ready to go.
— Democrats (@TheDemocrats) May 27, 2026
It’s time to take back Texas. pic.twitter.com/BaFsUGOgSp
Trump may have just helped out Paxton big time with that one.
I’ve never seen a stance that says “take back Texas” less than this one https://t.co/1sdtRkZP32
— Mary Katharine Ham (@mkhammer) May 27, 2026
Editor’s Note: Every single day, here at RedState, we will stand up and FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT against the radical Left and deliver the conservative reporting our readers deserve.
Help us continue to tell the truth about the Trump administration and its successes. Join RedState VIP and use promo code FIGHT to receive 60% off your membership.
Join the conversation as a VIP Member