Attorney General of Texas
Attorney General of Texas (2015–)
| Born | 1962-12-23 · Minot, North Dakota |
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| Party | Republican |
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| Education | Baylor University (BA, MBA, JD) |
What this person said on the record, as reported, newest first.
Texas Senate hopeful Ken Paxton appeared on “America Reports” to discuss unprecedented early-ballot participation, Republican turnout and the economic priorities he supports. He also forecast that the state would remain firmly Republican.
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Fox News
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton discusses his final push against Democrat James Talarico ahead of the midterms, criticizing Talarico’s policies and remarks and delivering a closing message to voters.
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Texas Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton discusses his upcoming race against Democrat James Talarico on “Hannity,” saying the two sharply disagree.
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Texas Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton discussed on “Hannity” his opponent James Talarico’s return to the campaign trail after nearly two weeks away.
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Leaked audio obtained by Axios captures Texas Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton blaming the Iran war and fuel prices for his campaign’s difficulties. President Trump is scheduled to travel to Texas for a rally supporting Paxton on Wednesday evening.
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CNN
NBC reporters discuss President Trump’s midterm campaign stops in Texas and Oklahoma as Republicans voice concern about their party’s grip on Texas voters. Analysts review the polls and race ratings shaping the midterm elections, while the Cook Political Report shifts its assessment of Texas away from the GOP.
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NBC News
Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton reportedly told donors at a fundraiser that President Trump’s midterm convention had harmed him politically ahead of the midterm elections.
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ABC News
Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton discusses his tight contest with Democrat James Talarico, the effect of President Donald Trump’s backing—including a reported $10 million contribution and about $27 million in total ad spending—and criticism of AI data centers. He also comments on the war in Iran.
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Bloomberg Television
At the inaugural Republican midterm convention, Senate hopeful Ken Paxton called James Talarico a “Democratic socialist.” He portrayed the race as consequential and pointed to commitments for Texas residents.
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Paxton gives his perspective on the high-stakes contest for a Texas Senate seat, with Democrat James Talerico as his opponent, during an appearance on “The Big Weekend Show.”
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President Trump is scheduled to campaign in Texas on Thursday for Senate hopeful Ken Paxton, despite leaked audio in which Paxton said he believes Trump’s Republican midterm convention may have damaged his chances.
CCBS NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-10-01 13:39
The New York Times published audio in which Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton privately complained to conservative donors and lobbyists that Donald Trump’s heavily promoted midterm convention, held in Texas and focused on Paxton’s race, had done more harm than good. CNN analysts discuss what the remarks could mean for his chances.
CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-10-01 12:34
Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton reportedly told donors at a fundraiser that President Trump’s midterm convention had harmed him politically ahead of the midterm elections.
AABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-30 18:52
The video urges Republican women to back GOP candidates this fall despite any reservations they may have. Angela Paxton is divorcing Ken Paxton, the Republican Senate nominee in Texas.
CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-28 18:48
Cornyn hosted a Dallas fundraiser for six Republican Senate candidates running this cycle in races that will determine control of Congress. Bush was listed as a “special guest,” while Paxton was absent.
AABC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-22 20:30
The family of Tierra Walker sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, alleging that the 37-year-old San Antonio woman was denied an abortion that could have saved her life. Walker died in December 2024 at 20 weeks pregnant after being diagnosed with pre-eclampsia, according to her family.
AABC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-17 10:45
Relatives of a Texas woman who died while pregnant filed suit Tuesday against Attorney General Ken Paxton and other defendants. The family claims she was refused an abortion that could have saved her life.
AABC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-17 00:04
A woman’s family is suing Texas and Attorney General Ken Paxton, alleging that the state’s “merciless” abortion ban contributed to her death from preeclampsia. They argue she could have survived if she had been able to receive the procedure.
CCBS NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-16 13:04
“Have I Got News For You” host Roy Wood Jr. joins a panel of comedians discussing President Trump’s midterm convention, the Texas contest between James Talarico and Ken Paxton, and Trump’s promise to give every American citizen $5,000 if Republicans win on Election Day.
CCNNOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-09-14 00:00
CNN’s Aaron Blake writes that Republican hopes of retaining their Senate majority may depend on Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton more than on anyone else.
CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-12 17:00