All articles tagged with #texas attorney general
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
Rep. Chip Roy, a conservative and frequent critic of party leaders, announced his bid for Texas attorney general, positioning himself against Democrats and other opponents in a crowded Republican primary.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Texas Tribune
U.S. Rep. Chip Roy announced his candidacy for Texas attorney general, challenging the crowded Republican primary field. Roy, known for his conservative stance and past criticism of former boss Ken Paxton, aims to leverage his congressional experience and campaign funds to secure the position, emphasizing his commitment to Texas sovereignty and legal battles. His campaign introduces a potentially significant shift in the state's political landscape, especially given his national profile and previous clashes within his party.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Texan
Congressman Chip Roy has announced his bid for the position of Texas Attorney General, entering the political race for the state's top legal office.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Business
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Boeing parts supplier Spirit AeroSystems, focusing on its operations and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) commitments following safety incidents. The probe comes after a midair blowout of a 737 Max 9's door plug panel, prompting scrutiny of Spirit AeroSystems' manufacturing processes. The company faces a deadline to produce documents related to manufacturing defects and DEI commitments. Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems have been under increased scrutiny, with Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun visiting the supplier and discussions about a potential acquisition ongoing.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The Texas attorney general has launched an investigation into Spirit AeroSystems, a key Boeing supplier, over apparent manufacturing defects in parts that have led to concerning incidents. The investigation also includes a request for documents related to diversity efforts and workforce makeup. This comes after a Spirit-made door-plug panel blew off an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max in January, prompting scrutiny from federal regulators. The attorney general's request for information also delves into Spirit's efforts to create a diverse workforce and whether those commitments are compromising the company's manufacturing processes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
The Texas attorney general is investigating Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc., a supplier of Boeing 737 parts, over manufacturing defects that have led to recent mishaps involving the planes. The investigation will focus on the company's organization, conduct, management, and diversity, equity, and inclusion practices to determine if they compromise manufacturing processes. This comes after incidents including a door plug flying off a Boeing 737 Max 9 plane and the Federal Aviation Administration finding quality control standards were not met.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Texas Tribune
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has agreed to perform 100 hours of community service and meet other conditions to have the securities fraud charges against him dropped, ending a nearly nine-year-old case. The deal also requires him to take legal education courses and pay about $271,000 in restitution to alleged victims. Paxton, who maintains his innocence, faced the prospect of decades in prison if convicted. This resolution clears a major hurdle for his political future, as he is widely seen as a likely candidate for higher statewide office.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
A federal judge in Texas ruled that the $1.7 trillion government funding bill passed by Congress in 2022 under a pandemic-era proxy voting rule is unconstitutional, specifically blocking the enforcement of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act against the state as an employer. The judge found that a physical quorum was required to pass legislation, and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who challenged the bill, criticized the use of proxy voting as a violation of the Constitution. The ruling also addressed Texas's standing to challenge funding for a pilot program aiding noncitizens during immigration removal proceedings.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Texas Tribune
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton may face a public trial after a judge declined to end a whistleblower lawsuit in his favor without a trial. The lawsuit, filed by former deputies, alleges that Paxton fired them for reporting him to the FBI for allegedly abusing his office to help a wealthy friend and political donor. Despite Paxton's announcement that he won't contest the facts of the case, the judge's decision means he may have to be questioned on the record in open court. The case has been complicated by legal maneuvers and political pressure, including a recent order from the Texas Supreme Court staying depositions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has requested medical records from a Georgia telehealth clinic, QueerMed, that provides gender-affirming care for transgender youths, as part of his wider probe into transgender healthcare. This move shows Paxton's efforts to curb access to gender-affirming care, as he has also sought records from a Seattle hospital. The clinic's founder, Izzy Lowell, has vowed not to turn over HIPAA-protected patient information and criticized the request as an attempt to intimidate providers and families seeking care outside of Texas. This comes amid a wave of Republican-led legislation restricting medical care for transgender youths, despite opposition from major medical organizations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KTRK-TV
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced that he will no longer contest the facts of the whistleblower lawsuit against him and is prepared to accept any judgment, effectively dropping his denial of violating the Texas Whistleblowers Act. This move comes after exhausting options to avoid sitting for a deposition. Paxton's former top deputies allege they were illegally fired for reporting him to law enforcement, and the case has been a costly and distracting legal battle. Despite Paxton's latest maneuver, the whistleblowers are determined to have their day in court and see Paxton answer questions under oath.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Seattle Children's Hospital has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton after he attempted to obtain information about gender-affirming treatment received by Texas youths at the hospital. The hospital argues that Paxton's demands are outside his jurisdiction and constitute "sham requests." Conservative lawmakers in Texas have been pushing to restrict gender-affirming care, and Paxton has been at the forefront of these efforts. Seattle Children's Hospital contends that the requested information is protected under HIPAA and Washington state privacy laws. If Paxton's actions are upheld, it could set a precedent for other states to burden providers of gender-affirming care.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Texas Tribune
Seattle Children's Hospital has filed a lawsuit against the Texas Office of the Attorney General to block the release of patient information after receiving a subpoena demanding records of Texas residents who have received transition-related care. The hospital argues that producing the information would violate federal and state health care privacy laws and that the Texas attorney general's office does not have jurisdiction over the Washington-based hospital system. The hospital also highlights Washington's "Shield Law" and asserts that the demands are an unconstitutional attempt to investigate and restrict potential travel by Texas residents seeking healthcare in another state. The attorney general's office has not responded to questions about the subpoena and lawsuit.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Texas Tribune
A judge has ordered Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and three top aides to sit for depositions in a whistleblower lawsuit against him. The whistleblowers, former top deputies who sued Paxton in 2020, alleged that he improperly fired them after they reported him to the FBI for abusing his office to help a wealthy friend and donor. Paxton's office had previously attempted to settle the case for $3.3 million, but the Texas House rejected the use of taxpayer dollars for the settlement. The depositions will provide an opportunity for the whistleblowers to gather evidence and seek accountability from Paxton and his aides.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Daily Beast
Media Matters for America has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, accusing him of violating the First Amendment by launching a retaliatory investigation into the organization. The investigation was prompted by Media Matters' report on major brands' advertisements appearing next to white nationalist content on Elon Musk's social media platform, X. Media Matters alleges that Paxton's probe is baseless and arbitrary, and is an attack on the First Amendment, hindering their ability to publish news stories and participate in public discussions. The lawsuit seeks a permanent block on Paxton's investigation.