Cornyn Claims Trump Has ‘Secured the Border’ and ‘Knocked Down Inflation’ Ahead of State of the Union

By Sam Barron | Tuesday, 24 February 2026 10:56 PM EST

Texas Senator John Cornyn said President Donald Trump has secured the border and knocked down inflation — which had reached a 40-year high under the Biden administration — during an interview ahead of the president’s State of the Union speech Tuesday night.

“And he’s done so much more,” Cornyn stated. “But I think elections are decided based on kitchen table issues. How do people feel it? How do they perceive it?”

“Unfortunately, a large portion of inflation-related costs had become baked into the economy,” he added. “These costs are embedded in supply chains and other areas, but there’s nobody better than the president to use the bully pulpit to explain what we’ve done.”

Cornyn noted that tax cuts will improve the economy and make life more affordable for voters.

The senator faces a tough primary next week against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Representative Wesley Hunt, R-Texas.

Cornyn said he would not ask Trump for an endorsement in the race. Trump has previously praised all three candidates.

“He’s got more important things to do,” Cornyn said. “I talked to the president on a regular basis. He understands what’s going on.”

“He’s incredible because he doesn’t sleep and he lives on Diet Cokes and cheeseburgers and seems to have more energy than any five people I know,” he added.

“We’ll have the primary on March 3 and then likely a runoff,” Cornyn continued. “And certainly I’d welcome his support when and if he chooses to give it.”