Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, once facing multiple legal battles and impeachment, has seen a resurgence in popularity and power within the Texas GOP. With the recent dropping of fraud charges and growing approval among Republican voters, Paxton is now considered a strong political force, potentially eyeing a challenge to U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026. Despite ongoing legal challenges and criticism from Democrats, Paxton's alliance with the party's hardline wing has solidified his position as a powerful figure in Texas politics.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the Colony Ridge development in Liberty County for deceptive trade practices, fraud in real estate transactions, and other violations of Texas and federal law. The lawsuit alleges that Colony Ridge targeted foreign-born and Hispanic consumers with limited access to credit, made false promises about land and financing, and misrepresented the conditions of the land and community. The predatory practices have led to a foreclosure rate 50 times greater than the national average, causing unjust harms to nearby communities.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed lawsuits against Denison Independent School District and Castleberry ISD for illegally using official resources to promote political candidates and policies, in violation of Texas law. The lawsuits are part of a broader effort to prevent public officials from improperly influencing elections, following similar legal action against Frisco ISD and Denton ISD. Although the Office of the Attorney General cannot currently criminally prosecute election code violations, it may seek civil injunctive relief to prohibit such conduct, with violators potentially subject to criminal prosecution by local authorities. Attorney General Paxton emphasized the importance of upholding election laws and ensuring free and fair elections.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Frisco Independent School District for illegal electioneering, alleging that the district used official resources to advocate for specific policies in violation of the Texas Election Code. While the Attorney General's office is currently unable to criminally prosecute Election Code violations, it may seek civil injunctive relief to prevent school districts from unlawfully influencing elections. This follows a similar lawsuit against Denton ISD and ongoing investigations into potential violations across the state.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton successfully challenged the $1.7 trillion federal funding bill, arguing that it was passed unconstitutionally with less than half of the U.S. House of Representatives physically present, violating the Quorum Clause. The court ruled in favor of Paxton, enjoining federal officials from enforcing certain provisions of the law against Texas. The decision highlighted the use of proxy voting as unconstitutional and emphasized the importance of upholding the rule of law and the Constitution.
El Paso leaders and officials rally around Annunciation House, a network of migrant shelters, after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened to shut them down, accusing the organization of criminal offenses. The nonprofit, which has been operating for almost 50 years, provides support to immigrants and refugees, including food, housing, and legal assistance. Paxton's office sought records of the shelter's clients, leading to a lawsuit filed by the shelter's legal representation. Local leaders expressed strong support for the organization, emphasizing its importance in providing aid to vulnerable individuals seeking a better life.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has refused the Biden Administration's demand to surrender Shelby Park and end border security measures, denying allegations of unlawfulness and issuing counter-demands for specific documentation and proof of authority from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Paxton emphasized Texas's commitment to defending its southern border and urged the federal government to redirect efforts towards enforcing existing immigration laws.
Texas state senator Drew Springer is calling for the impeachment inquiry against Attorney General Ken Paxton to be reopened after Paxton indicated he would not contest allegations in a whistleblower lawsuit. Springer, who initially voted for Paxton's acquittal, now questions whether Paxton and his legal team misled the Senate. The whistleblower lawsuit alleges that Paxton misused his power to help a real estate developer and unjustly terminated four former employees who reported him to the FBI. Paxton's recent decision not to contest the lawsuit is seen by Springer as an admission of guilt that should be reviewed by the legislature.
Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced the end of litigation with four former employees, citing their efforts as a waste of taxpayer resources and a distraction from critical state business. Paxton claims the employees' objective is to sabotage his leadership and the agency, and emphasizes his commitment to defending Texas against federal overreach. He asserts that the settlement was initially agreed upon but later disavowed by the plaintiffs, leading to the decision to file an amended answer to enable the trial court to enter a final judgment without further litigation.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has responded to a cease-and-desist letter from the Department of Homeland Security demanding that Texas end its enhanced border security measures in Eagle Pass’s Shelby Park. Paxton refuted DHS's claims of increased security measures leading to the deaths of several aliens and stated that Texas will continue to defend its constitutional authority to protect state territory, sovereignty, and citizens.
A Travis County judge has ordered Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and three other top aides to testify under oath in a three-year-old wrongful termination lawsuit filed by former deputies. The lawsuit stems from allegations that Paxton abused his office to help a friend and campaign donor. Paxton had previously reached a settlement with the whistleblowers, but the case resumed after the Texas Supreme Court paved the way. Paxton's lawyers argued against the depositions, claiming legal protection for high-ranking officials, but the judge ruled that their testimony is critical due to their unique knowledge of the case. No dates have been set for the depositions.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has obtained an injunction pending appeal against the Biden administration, preventing them from destroying concertina wire barriers placed by Texas in response to unvetted foreign aliens entering the state. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit concluded that the federal government is not immune from suit and ordered a halt to the destruction of Texas-owned barriers. Attorney General Paxton vows to continue fighting against the Biden administration's open borders policies.
Attorney General Ken Paxton of Texas has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of State, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and other government officials, accusing them of conspiring to censor and deplatform American media outlets disfavored by the federal government. The lawsuit alleges that the State Department, through its Global Engagement Center, actively intervened in the news-media market to limit the reach and viability of domestic news organizations by funding censorship technology and private censorship enterprises. The complaint describes this as one of the most egregious government operations to censor the American press in history.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Pfizer, accusing the pharmaceutical company of misrepresenting the efficacy of its COVID-19 vaccine and conspiring to censor public discourse about the product. Paxton alleges that Pfizer engaged in false and misleading practices by making unsupported claims about the vaccine's effectiveness, including its 95% efficacy rate. The lawsuit also claims that Pfizer withheld information about the duration of vaccine protection and attempted to intimidate and silence critics. Paxton aims to seek justice for Texans who were coerced into taking a "defective product sold by lies" due to vaccine mandates.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Pfizer, alleging that the pharmaceutical company unlawfully misrepresented the effectiveness of its COVID-19 vaccine and attempted to censor public discussion about it. Paxton's office claims that Pfizer's claim of 95% efficacy against infection was highly misleading. Pfizer has not yet responded to the lawsuit.
