Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has won the Republican U.S. Senate nomination, but some supporters of Sen. John Cornyn are not ready to move on. Cornyn voters are weighing their options, with some considering voting for Democratic nominee James Talarico or sitting out the election.

Paxton’s Victory

Paxton’s victory in the May 26 GOP runoff has prompted GOP leaders to urge intraparty peace and unity, warning that a divided party could lose the seat. However, some Cornyn voters are hesitant to support Paxton due to his history of scandals.

Talarico has been courting these voters, attacking Paxton over allegations of corruption and extramarital affairs. Talarico’s message may resonate with moderate Republicans, but it remains to be seen whether he can peel off enough support to win the election.

Cornyn Supporters Speak Out

Some Cornyn supporters, such as Todd Shade, have decided to vote for Talarico. Shade, a self-described traditional conservative, believes that Paxton is guilty of the accusations against him and is voting for Talarico as a way to express his opposition to Paxton.

Others, like Benito and Toni Treviño, are standing by the Republican party and plan to vote for Paxton. The Treviños, who have been reliable Republican voters, believe that supporting the party’s nominee is essential to maintaining a strong Republican presence in Texas.

Original reporting: Texas Tribune (HLL/CB) — read the source article.