QtrendsPaxton routs Cornyn in Texas Senate primary run-off
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated longtime incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the GOP primary run-off, with strong backing from former President Donald Trump. The result marks a major victory for Trump's influence over the Republican Party, as Paxton rode a wave of populist support. Cornyn, a veteran of three terms, was seen as too moderate for today's GOP base. Political analysts say the outcome signals a continued rightward shift in the party ahead of the midterms.
Diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran have resumed, but ongoing military strikes are casting a shadow over negotiations. Iran accuses Washington of negotiating in bad faith while continuing to bomb Iranian targets. Gas prices remain volatile as markets react to the uncertain outlook. Analysts warn that while both sides are still at the table, the risk of a complete breakdown is growing with each new attack.
The United States launched fresh airstrikes in southern Iran, prompting Tehran to condemn the action as a gross violation of the existing ceasefire agreement. Iran's foreign ministry said the overnight strikes broke the terms of the truce, raising questions about whether the ceasefire is effectively over. International observers are concerned that such violations could reignite broader hostilities in the region.