Thune Breaks With Trump, Backs Cornyn After Paxton Endorsement

with Talarico in hypothetical head-to-head matchups.

That possibility has alarmed some Republicans, particularly moderates concerned that Paxton’s legal controversies and polarizing political image could jeopardize a seat long considered safely Republican.

Sen. Lisa Murkowski openly criticized Trump’s endorsement Tuesday, warning it could backfire politically.continue reading …