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Trump congratulates Paxton, Cornyn: 'John will remain my friend for a long time to come'
Key takeaways
- John Cornyn (R-Texas) in the state s GOP Senate primary runoff.
- Despite the loss, Trump added that Cornyn will remain my friend for a long time to come.
- Paxton brought in 63.8 percent of the vote over the incumbent s 36.2 percent, according to Decision Desk HQ.
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John Cornyn (R-Texas) in the state s GOP Senate primary runoff.
Despite the loss, Trump added that Cornyn will remain my friend for a long time to come.
Paxton brought in 63.8 percent of the vote over the incumbent s 36.2 percent, according to Decision Desk HQ.
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