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local-news1 year ago

Texas AG Sues Harris County Over Guaranteed Income Program

Harris County officials responded to a lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over the Uplift Harris program, a $20.5 million investment initiative providing $500 monthly grants to struggling families. County officials criticized Paxton's claims as political, emphasizing the program's positive impact and federal funding source. They challenged the lawsuit's basis, highlighting similar programs in other Texas cities, and expressed readiness to defend the program in court.

via KPRC Click2Houston|
#federal-funding#harris-county#lawsuit
businessinvestigation1 year ago

"Texas AG Probes Boeing Supplier's DEI Practices"

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Spirit AeroSystems, a Boeing parts supplier, regarding potential safety issues and the company's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) commitments. Paxton has requested documents from the company, including information about manufacturing defects and DEI policies, raising concerns about the implications of linking safety issues to DEI initiatives. Spirit AeroSystems has until April 17 to respond to the requests, while Boeing has declined to comment on the matter.

via KXAN.com|
#boeing#businessinvestigation#dei
legal2 years ago

Texas AG Paxton's Whistleblower Lawsuit Advances in Court

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will face a new trial in a lawsuit filed by former aides turned whistleblowers, as the state Supreme Court denied his request to review the case. The court also dissolved the $3.3 million settlement agreement Paxton had reached with the plaintiffs. Paxton, a staunch conservative Republican, will now have to answer questions under oath or plead the Fifth Amendment. The upcoming trial will take place in Travis County District Court and will require Paxton to testify. The whistleblowers' allegations were also the basis for Paxton's recent impeachment trial, where he was acquitted of 16 charges.

via The Washington Post|
#lawsuit#legal#settlement-agreement
politics2 years ago

"Former Staffers Reveal Ken Paxton's Pursuit of Perks Beyond Impeachment Allegations"

Former employees of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton allege that he used his office for personal gain, including taking expensive trips, accepting gifts, and enjoying other perks at taxpayers' expense. Paxton, who is facing a federal criminal investigation and potential impeachment, is accused of using his position to benefit a wealthy donor and engaging in an extramarital affair. The allegations shed light on Paxton's lifestyle and behavior, which could cost him not just his job but also his reputation. Paxton's spokespersons did not respond to the accusations made by his former staff.

via PBS NewsHour|
#corruption-allegations#federal-investigation#impeachment-trial