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Republican Texas Representatives discuss why they now back U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton
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· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on their decision can be found through CBS Texas, which reported on the representatives' change in support.
S. Senate race, some Texas representatives have shifted their support. Republican Representatives Jeff Leach and Matt Shaheen, who represent areas near Southlake , have changed their endorsement.
They initially supported John Cornyn, but now back Republican nominee Ken Paxton. The representatives shared their reasoning with Jack Fink. Further details on their decision can be found through CBS Texas, which reported on the representatives' change in support.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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