AG Ken Paxton calls for arrest of Beto O'Rourke over fundraising for Democrats

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is calling on the courts to hold former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke in contempt after the attorney general said O'Rourke defied a court order to stop fundraising for Democrats that fled the state to block a vote on redrawn congressional maps.

Texas GOP leaders turn up heat on battle over congressional redistricting

The redistricting fight boiled over Friday, with Republican state leadership turning up the heat on the Texas Democratic House members in an attempt to compel them back to work.

AG Paxton, former Rep. O'Rourke trade lawsuits in redistricting battle

While the goal of O'Rourke's suit is unclear at the moment, Paxton's appears to have thrown a temporary wrench in the works of the former congressman's PAC.

AG Paxton accuses Beto O'Rourke's org. of illegally funding quorum break

Paxton said Wednesday that any “Democrat coward" found to have taken a “Beto Bribe" in an attempt to prevent the mid-decade redrawing of congressional districts will be held accountable.

Abbott orders arrest of Texas Democrats who left quorum
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Texas Democrats have fled the state to block a vote on a new redistricting map. Gov. Abbott has ordered their arrest, stalling critical legislation and raising legal questions.

Gov. Abbott orders arrest of Texas Democrats in legislative standoff

Texas Democrats have fled the state to block a vote on a new redistricting map. Gov. Abbott has ordered their arrest, stalling critical legislation and raising legal questions.

Sen. Cornyn supports 'Alligator Alcatraz' for Texas
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U.S. Sen. John Cornyn has expressed an interest in Texas constructing a large-scale deportation facility like "Alligator Alcatraz."

Expert on Cornyn vs Paxton in Texas Senate race
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Texas Senator John Cornyn faces a strong primary challenge from Attorney General Ken Paxton, who leads in polls despite Cornyn's fundraising advantage, with a potential Trump endorsement and Angela Paxton's divorce proceedings being key factors, according to SMU political science professor Cal Jillson.

Expert weighs-in on Texas Senate race between Cornyn and Paxton

Texas Senator John Cornyn faces a strong primary challenge from Attorney General Ken Paxton, who leads in polls despite Cornyn's fundraising advantage, with a potential Trump endorsement and Angela Paxton's divorce proceedings being key factors, according to SMU political science professor Cal Jillson.

Ken Paxton announces $2.9 million in Senate campaign fundraising

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a $2.9 million fundraising haul in the first report since announcing his campaign to challenge Sen. John Cornyn for his U.S. Senate seat.

Texas Sen. Angela Paxton files for divorce from AG
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State Sen. Angela Paxton filed for divorce on Thursday from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, according to court records filed in Collin County.

State Sen. Angela Paxton files for divorce from Attorney General Ken Paxton

State Sen. Angela Paxton filed for divorce on Thursday from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, according to court records filed in Collin County.

Who is running for US Senate in Texas?

The 2026 race for Texas's U.S. Senate seat is drawing multiple candidates. Here's who is running.

Dallas County judge dismisses Paxton's lawsuit, upholding State Fair of Texas gun ban

A Dallas County district judge dismissed Attorney General Ken Paxton's lawsuit against the State Fair of Texas and the City of Dallas, allowing the fair's gun restrictions, implemented after a 2023 shooting, to remain in place.

Federal investigation into EPIC City ends
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The U.S. Department of Justice has dropped its investigation into the controversial Muslim-centric development, EPIC City.

Texas judge blocks enforcement of Ken Paxton's 'rogue DA' rules

A district judge temporarily blocked enforcement of new reporting requirements for district attorneys in the state's highest populated areas.

Texas seeks new execution date for Robert Roberson
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On Monday, the Texas Attorney General's office requested a new execution date for Robert Roberson. Roberson's legal team immediately filed a motion objecting to that request because he still has a pending case with the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.

DOJ settlement ends Texas in-state tuition for undocumented students

A legal settlement between the U.S. Department of Justice and Texas will end in-state college tuition for undocumented students, a program that has been in place for nearly 25 years.