"Texas Senator John Cornyn Introduces Bill to Rename Highway After President Trump: A Move Seen as a Bid to Boost Republican Support in Tight Re-Election Campaign. In a move that has sparked both praise and criticism, Texas Senator John Cornyn has introduced legislation to dedicate a major highway in his state to President Trump. The proposed renaming of US Highway 287 to Interstate 47 would be a significant honor for the 45th President, and one that Cornyn hopes will resonate with Republican voters in his tight re-election contest. As Cornyn faces a tough challenge to keep his Senate seat, the bill has been seen as a calculated move to boost his standing with Republican voters who remain fiercely loyal to Trump. The decision is likely to spark debate and further polarize an already divided electorate in Texas."
Texas Sen. John Cornyn (R), who is in a tight reelection contest to keep his Senate seat, introduced legislation on Tuesday to dedicate a highway to President Trump. “I am proud to introduce legislation to rename US Highway 287 as Interstate 47 in honor of our 47th President,” Cornyn wrote in a social media post. ...
