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Texas Supreme Court Shields Paxton From Testifying in Whistleblower Lawsuit Amid Corruption Allegations

This is not the first time Paxton has evaded legal challenges alleging office abuse.

Latin Times

‘Exponentially worse’: Immigrant rights groups brace for second Trump term

Immigrant rights groups fear harsh policies and potential legal pressure could accelerate in second Trump term.

Al Jazeera

Texas reaches $12.6 million settlement in connection with 2019 Port Neches chemical plant explosion

The settlement directs TCP Group to repair equipment and to pay $12.6 million in penalties for clean air violations at its Southeast Texas facility.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas Supreme Court overturns ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in lawsuit

The Texas Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling that state Attorney General Ken Paxton testify in a whistleblower lawsuit at the heart of impeachment charges brought against him in 2023

The Independent UK

Ken Paxton can’t be deposed under oath in whistleblower lawsuit, Texas Supreme Court says

The attorney general has agreed not to contest a lawsuit brought by former employees accusing him of retaliation after they said he abused his office.

The Texas Tribune

Who will Trump pick for attorney general? Potential candidates after Matt Gaetz drops out

Trump advisers and allies have floated a long list of contenders for the nation’s top law enforcement job after Plan A quit

The Independent UK

Ken Paxton adds Dallas to list of cities he's sued over marijuana decriminalization

Dallas is the sixth Texas city the attorney general has sued this year over marijuana decriminalization measures that he says conflicts with state law.

The Texas Tribune

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‘Not Everyone Can Leave’: Survival Advice from Trans Teens in Texas

Media attention often focuses on trans teens fleeing the anti-trans states they’re living in. But what about those who can’t leave?

Texas Observer

As Trump administration takes shape, Texas takes a back seat

So far Trump has looked elsewhere for his earliest cabinet and high-level staff appointments, in some cases passing over Texans who were in the mix.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Death Row Inmate's Defense Pushes For Testimony As Supreme Court Clears Way For Execution

With limited options remaining, Robert Roberson's legal team is urging the state to delay scheduling a new execution date, expressing hope to prove his innocence.

Latin Times

Texas court clears way for execution

Robert Roberson evaded execution last month when legislators tossed him a lifeline. Texas' top court just tossed it

Salon

Texas can schedule Robert Roberson’s execution — but lawmakers still expect his testimony first

Roberson was convicted of killing his 2-year-old daughter in a “shaken baby” case that many say led to an innocent man’s death sentence.

The Texas Tribune

John Cornyn spent years preparing to run for Senate majority leader. Will it be enough?

John Cornyn is running to succeed Mitch McConnell after years waiting in his shadow. But the far-right, in Texas and Washington, are putting up a fight.

The Texas Tribune

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Launches Website To Crowdsource Political Appointees

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. launches 'Nominees for the People' website to crowdsource names for Trump's administration.

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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey Considered For US Attorney General

Missouri AG Andrew Bailey considered for US attorney general by President-elect Trump. Other candidates include Ken Paxton, Matt Whitaker, Sen. Mike Lee, J...

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The Texas Tribune

After election, Texas House speaker race remains up for grabs

Neither Speaker Dade Phelan, nor his current opponent Rep. David Cook, have enough public support yet from the GOP caucus to win the nomination.

The Texas Tribune

Paxton’s picks cement Republicans’ hold on Texas’ highest criminal court

Three new faces will join the bench, but the political balance of power will remain the same on the Court of Criminal Appeals.

The Texas Tribune

Following a year of partisan fights, Election Day runs smoothly across Texas

A mostly quiet Election Day in Texas came after a series of pitched partisan battles over how elections should be conducted.

The Independent UK

Pregnant teenager died trying to get help on three trips to Texas ERs

Doctors who spoke to ProPublica and reviewed Crain’s medical information said she should have been treated at the first hospital

Latin Times

Matt Gaetz Threatens Non-Profits Helping Unlawful Migrants With Legislation To Remove Their Tax-Exempt Status

Gaetz said that non-profits "should focus on doing genuine charity for genuine Americans, not illegal aliens"

Latin Times

Texas AG Paxton Sues El Paso Doctor For Providing "Gender Transition" Treatment to Minors

The doctor allegedly hid his illegal activity by falsifying medical records, prescriptions, and billing codes.

The Texas Tribune

Texas withdraws request to block U.S. Justice Department from monitoring state’s elections

The federal agency agreed their monitors would remain outside polling locations and wouldn’t interfere with voting.

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