The Daily Punch The 8-figure mission to try to rescue Cornyn
Aug 12, 2025
Sen. John Cornyn is facing a tough primary challenge from Ken Paxton amid alarming polling for his seat. The GOP is bracing for a potential financial race to secure Cornyn’s future. Meanwhile, the latest inflation report could reshape political discussions, particularly around Trump’s trade policies. As Texas grapples with redistricting, tensions rise within the Democratic Party, showcasing generational divides among representatives. All eyes are on how these dynamics will play out in the lead-up to the midterms.
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Cornyn Facing Major Primary Trouble
- Polls show John Cornyn trailing Ken Paxton by an average of 17 points among primary voters.
- Fifty-eight percent of primary voters say Cornyn is not conservative, undermining his GOP appeal.
SLF Urges Tens Of Millions To Rescue Seat
- The Senate Leadership Fund is urging donors to spend tens of millions now to rescue John Cornyn's campaign.
- SLF projects $25–70M to save the nomination and $200–250M more if Paxton becomes the nominee.
White House Hasn't Endorsed Cornyn Yet
- The White House has not publicly endorsed John Cornyn and is watching to see if he can recover on his own.
- Their current non-endorsement signals caution and leaves open the possibility of later intervention.