Chip Roy and other candidates are involved in a primary runoff for Attorney General, with developments regarding Middleton's candidacy and Roy's political stances.
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Updated May 27
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Chip Roy and other candidates are involved in a primary runoff for Attorney General, with developments regarding Middleton's candidacy and Roy's political stances.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Specific election results in Texas show Carlos De La Cruz and Nathan Johnson winning their races, both receiving endorsements from President Trump.Sub-event
Roy opposed priorities of President Trump, while Middleton announced she is running to replace Ken Paxton.1 source
Middleton contests AG nomination, facing political fallout for opposing Trump.1 source
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A primary runoff election race for Attorney General is underway, featuring candidates including Ken Paxton, Mayes Middleton, Chip Roy, and Nathan Johnson.Also in this story
- Both Ken Paxton and Mayes Middleton ran for Republican Attorney General.
- The races for the Attorney General and U.S. Senator nominations are underway, with Bauman projected as a nominee.
- Primary election results in Houston led to a decisive general election matchup involving several candidates.
- In the high-stakes race for Attorney General, Brandon Gill endorsed Ken Paxton, who is running alongside Mayes Middleton.
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ROY
American sculptor and metal artist (born 1962)
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Ken Paxton
Attorney General of Texas since 2015
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