Why Trump Bucked Republicans With a Risky Bet on Texas’ Ken Paxton - WSJ

The decision, which came after months of waffling, reflected the president’s renewed conviction that he maintains an iron grip on the party following recent electoral victories, according to people familiar with his thinking. It was also a warning shot to Republicans in Congress that Trump won’t tolerate dissent.

Dumb.

Some Republicans worry Trump’s endorsement of Paxton will make an already expensive race even more costly, and they point to Paxton’s personal and political scandals. Texas Republicans continue to support Paxton for his conservative policies, and they argue he has been unfairly targeted. 

One scandal, okay. Two? Maybe. Four? No way. And those stupid fake lawsuits to shake down companies.