Known for his unwavering conservative stance, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's career has been marked by significant legal battles, including a protracted securities fraud case and intense impeachment proceedings that left an indelible mark on his legacy.
And yet, his trajectory from state representative to Texas’ top cop continues upward, setting him up as a possible candidate for a potential second Donald Trump administration.
In our ninth episode this season, we unravel how a group of whistleblowers reported alleged misconduct by Paxton to the FBI, sparking a series of retaliatory actions and a legislative probe that set the stage for a dramatic showdown in a high-stakes impeachment trial that led to a not guilty verdict.
What broader implications for the state Republican Party's internal dynamics awaited post-acquittal? Dear listener, tune in so you don't miss out on this exploration of one of Texas' most polarizing and powerful political figures.
Special guests:
- Lara Hollingsworth, partner at Durham, Pittard & Spalding
- Cal Jillson, political science professor at Southern Methodist University
- Ann Johnson, representative of Texas House District 134
- Tom Nesbitt, attorney at DeShazo & Nesbitt
- Jonathan Saenz, president of Texas Values
Discussing beer, kids, life, neighborhood drama with people you don’t know.
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
This episode was produced by Kirk McDaniel. Intro music by The Dead Pens.
Editorial staff is Ryan Abbott, Sean Duffy and Jamie Ross.
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