India, May 27 -- The victory came days after President Donald Trump endorsed Paxton, a move many political analysts believe helped strengthen his support among conservative Republican voters across Texas. Major American media outlets projected Paxton as the winner shortly after polls closed Tuesday night.

Paxton's win now makes him the Republican nominee for the US Senate seat in Texas, setting up a high-profile general election battle later this year.

Who is Ken Paxton?

Ken Paxton currently serves as the Attorney General of Texas, a position he has held since 2015. Over the years, he has emerged as one of the Republican Party's most visible conservative leaders and a strong supporter of Trump-era policies.

Born in 1962, Paxton studie...