Republican Sen. John Cornyn narrowly leads a hypothetical three-way primary in Texas, according to a new poll from a GOP group supporting Cornyn, in what his supporters say is more proof that he could hold off a primary challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Cornyn received support from 32% of Republican primary voters in the survey, narrowly besting Paxton, who drew 31% support. A third potential candidate, Republican Rep. Wesley Hunt, registered 17% support.
Hunt has not entered the race, but Republicans in Texas and Washington think he is considering a late entry into the contest. The poll indicates that if Hunt does run, he would start at a disadvantage to his two opponents.