GOP Faces Internal Turmoil Over Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

In early September 2026, Republicans in Texas are publicly debating their support for state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Paxton, a controversial figure, has been endorsed by President Donald Trump, but some GOP members are questioning that backing as Paxton's political standing weakens. The dispute has become a testy internal fight, with some Republicans urging Trump to step in and resolve the mess, while others warn that taking the Senate majority for granted could hurt the party.