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politics1 year ago

"Texas Republican Calls for Reopening Impeachment Trial Against AG Ken Paxton"

Texas Sen. Drew Springer, who previously voted to acquit Attorney General Ken Paxton of impeachment charges, is now calling for the Senate to reconsider impeachment after Paxton's recent legal maneuvers in a whistleblower lawsuit. Springer accuses Paxton of possibly misleading the Senate and exposing taxpayers to a $3.3 million settlement. Paxton's attempts to settle the lawsuit and block his deposition have raised concerns among some senators, including Democrat Sarah Eckhardt. Paxton, who has maintained his innocence, is scheduled to be deposed on Feb. 1.

via Austin American-Statesman|
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politics1 year ago

"Texas Senator Urges Reopening Impeachment Trial for AG Ken Paxton"

Texas Senator Drew Springer, who previously voted to acquit Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in an impeachment trial, is now calling for the trial to be reopened after Paxton's office indicated they would not contest accusations of violating the Whistleblower Act. The accusations stem from Paxton's alleged retaliation against employees who reported him to the FBI for bribery and corruption. Springer's letter to his Senate colleagues expresses concern that failing to reconsider the impeachment proceedings could allow Paxton to mock the Texas Senate, prompting a response from Paxton accusing Springer of having sour grapes.

via NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth|
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politics1 year ago

"Texas Senator Urges Reopening of Ken Paxton Impeachment Trial"

Republican state senator Drew Springer, who previously voted to acquit Attorney General Ken Paxton in his impeachment trial, has called for the Texas Senate to consider reopening the proceedings following Paxton's decision not to contest the whistleblower lawsuit. Springer expressed concern that Paxton's actions could undermine the Senate's credibility and criticized Paxton for potentially burdening taxpayers with a settlement. Despite Paxton's recent reversal, he still faces a deposition in the lawsuit, and Springer's letter comes as he is freer from political consequences due to not seeking reelection.

via The Texas Tribune|
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