Overview
- Cornyn’s 2020 Spanish-language ad resurfaced Friday and his campaign set the YouTube video to private after it drew attention online.
- The spot said he “firmly supports the legalization of Dreamers,” meaning young immigrants brought to the U.S. as children who seek legal status.
- Activist Scott Presler flagged the clip and Rep. Brandon Gill called it “disqualifying” as he urged Republicans to back Ken Paxton in the May 26 runoff.
- Presler also highlighted old posts from Cornyn aides that praised amnesty-style deals, and a 2016 message from communications chief Matt Mackowiak was deleted after it resurfaced.
- Cornyn’s team points to a tougher 2024 bill he filed with Sen. Ted Cruz and a Border Patrol union endorsement, while an early-April poll showed Paxton leading.