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The Senate race for Texas could decide which party controls Congress in November鈥檚 midterm elections, and some Democrats think the state could be theirs for the first time since 1988.

It follows Tuesday鈥檚 Republican primary in Texas that ousted the state鈥檚 long-serving senator, John Cornyn, in favour of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a controversial figure who was backed by Donald Trump after the president accused Cornyn of disloyalty.

In today鈥檚 episode, Sarah and Anthony assess whether Trump鈥檚 backing for Ken Paxton reflects a growing disconnect between the president and his base, and why some Republicans are worried about his chances when facing up against the Democrat鈥檚 James Talarico in November.

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