Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is the first statewide elected official impeached in more than 100 years. On Sept. 5,
Articles I-V: Misuse and abuse of office
Meanwhile, Paxton prepared a non-binding legal opinion that held off a 2020 foreclosure sale of as many as 13 of Paul’s properties. Paxton’s office had asked Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Mineola, to submit a request for a legal opinion that appeared tailor made for Paul, according to legal filings from House managers. Only government officials can request such opinions, and Paxton quickly issued a directive that shut down the property auction.
Finally, Paxton is accused of hiring an attorney over the advice of top-ranking agency officials to conduct an investigation into complaints Paul made against law enforcement, including the FBI and DPS, related to the raid and search of his home and business. The attorney, Brandon Cammack, attempted to issue 30 subpoenas but was thwarted after staff at the attorney general’s office intervened.
Paxton is accused of arranging Paul to hire the woman alleged to have had an affair with the attorney general. She was identified The impeachment articles accused Paxton of obstructing justice by delaying the trial and preventing the public from being able to see the facts of the case. This year, a judge ruled he will face a criminal trial in Harris County. Recently Paxton’s defense attorney said Paxton might enter into a plea deal if he is removed from office.
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