US EditionTexas AG Ken Paxton attacks rivals, doesn't rule out US Senate run in first remarks since acquittal
- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who was recently acquitted on corruption charges, launched an attack on his Republican rivals and indicated his willingness to challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026.
- In his first public appearance since the trial, Paxton criticized his fellow Republicans, accusing them of misconduct. He also voiced his support for term limits for elected officials and expressed his intention to hold Cornyn accountable. Paxton's remarks signaled his ambition and determination to make his mark in Texas politics.
- Paxton's acquittal has rejuvenated his political career, allowing him to openly discuss his future plans. By considering a potential challenge to Cornyn, Paxton has set himself up as a formidable contender in the state's political landscape.
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Ken Paxton bashes Texas House speaker, Sen. John Cornyn in interview with Tucker Carlson
AUSTIN, Texas — In his first interview since acquittal, Attorney General Ken Paxton said, without proof, that his impeachment was a collusion between Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, Democratic state
Tucker Carlson interviews AG Ken Paxton
Tucker Carlson interviews Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Ep. 25 Liberals like Karl Rove just tried to annihilate Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. It didn't work. Paxton just joined us for his first interview since his acquittal. pic.twitter.com/SAJGNN5LXW — Tucker Carlson (@TuckerCarlson) September 21, 2023 IMPORTANT NOTE TO WND READERS: Believe it or not, today's high priests of climate-change apocalypse are correct in predicting that …
Texas AG Ken Paxton attacks rivals, doesn’t rule out US Senate run in first remarks since acquittal
By PAUL J. WEBER The Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton attacked his Republican rivals and displayed an openness to challenging U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026 while speaking out Wednesday for the first time since his acquittal on corruption charges at his impeachment trial. He did not discuss accusations that he misused his office to protect a political donor, which were the backbone of Paxton becoming just the third…
Newly acquitted Texas AG Ken Paxton considering running against Cornyn for Senate seat, telling Tucker Carlson, 'Everything is on the table for me'
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was acquitted on all 16 articles of impeachment by the GOP-controlled state Senate on Sept. 16, bringing what his lawyer deemed a "political witch hunt" to an end. No longer subject to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's wide-ranging gag order, Paxton appeared on the Wed...
Ken Paxton blasts fellow Republicans and floats Cornyn challenge in post-impeachment interview
In his first remarks since being acquitted on 16 articles of impeachment, the suspended Texas attorney general blamed Democrats while also taking aim at a number of high-profile Republicans.
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