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Ken Paxton

Ken Paxton

Attorney General of Texas

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Profile details

Attorney General of Texas (2015–)

Born1962-12-23 · Minot, North Dakota
PartyRepublican
Offices
  • Attorney General of Texas2015-01-05–present
  • Member of the Texas Senate from the 8th district2013-01-08–2015-01-04Preceded by: Florence Shapiro · Succeeded by: Van Taylor
  • Member of the Texas House of Representatives from the 70th district2003-01-14–2013-01-08Preceded by: David Counts · Succeeded by: Scott Sanford
EducationBaylor University (BA, MBA, JD)

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Portrait: Gage Skidmore · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Statements

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  • Ken Paxton
    Paxton predicts Texas will retain its strong Republican footing

    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.

    Party strategy and campaigning

    FFox News 2026-11-03 23:00

  • Ken Paxton
    Ken Paxton: Talarico is ‘lying to the public’

    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.

    Party strategy and campaigning

    FFox News 2026-10-31 07:30

  • Ken Paxton
    Ken Paxton says he and James Talarico ‘couldn’t disagree more’

    Texas Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton discusses his upcoming race against Democrat James Talarico on “Hannity,” saying the two sharply disagree.

    Primaries and candidates

    FFox News 2026-10-24 09:30

  • Ken Paxton
    Ken Paxton: This is the strangest campaign I’ve ever seen

    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.

    FFox News 2026-10-10 04:30

  • Ken Paxton
    Paxton blames Iran war, fuel prices for campaign struggles in leaked audio

    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.

    CCNN 2026-10-07 18:14

  • Ken Paxton
    Ken Paxton ‘dragging down the entire ticket’ as forecaster shifts Texas away from GOP

    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.

    Party strategy and campaigning

    NNBC News 2026-10-01 20:51

  • Ken Paxton
    Report: Ken Paxton said Trump’s GOP midterm convention hurt him politically

    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.

    Party strategy and campaigning

    AABC News 2026-09-30 18:52

  • Ken Paxton
    Texas AG Paxton on Senate Race, Trump Dividend and AI

    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.

    Primaries and candidates

    BBloomberg Television 2026-09-10 21:52

  • Ken Paxton
    Ken Paxton at GOP midterm convention: Talarico is a Democratic socialist

    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.

    Party strategy and campaigning

    FFox News 2026-09-09 23:45

  • Ken Paxton
    Ken Paxton: Those things don't work in Texas

    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.”

    Primaries and candidates

    FFox News 2026-09-08 07:30

Related reports

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PoliticsTexas AG Paxton on Senate Race, Trump Dividend and AI

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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BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-10 21:52

Texas AG Paxton on Senate Race, Trump Dividend and AI
Texas AG Paxton on Senate Race, Trump Dividend and AI

PoliticsTrump calls out Ken Paxton’s fashion choices at midterm convention

President Donald Trump commented on Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s clothing style during a speech at the midterm convention in Dallas. Trump said some people may not like how Paxton dresses — and that he does not either — before praising Paxton’s tenure as state attorney general.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-10 01:53

Trump calls out Ken Paxton’s fashion choices at midterm convention
Trump calls out Ken Paxton’s fashion choices at midterm convention

PoliticsKen Paxton at GOP midterm convention: Talarico is a Democratic socialist

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.

Ken PaxtonJames TalaricoTexasSenate election

FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-09 23:45

Ken Paxton at GOP midterm convention: Talarico is a Democratic socialist
Ken Paxton at GOP midterm convention: Talarico is a Democratic socialist

PoliticsGOP Pushes for Paxton to Win in Texas

Ray Washburne, co-chair of the Republican midterm convention, said he expects Donald Trump’s super PAC to put more money into Ken Paxton’s Texas Senate campaign after already contributing $10 million.

US politicsTexasSenate election

BBloomberg TelevisionOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-09 20:58

GOP Pushes for Paxton to Win in Texas
GOP Pushes for Paxton to Win in Texas

PoliticsKen Paxton: Those things don't work in Texas

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.”

Ken PaxtonTexas Senate raceUS politics

FFox NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 07:30

Ken Paxton: Those things don't work in Texas
Ken Paxton: Those things don't work in Texas

PoliticsTrump super PAC begins spending war chest on midterm elections

President Donald Trump’s super PAC has begun deploying its massive funds for the midterm elections, reporting $10 million in ad purchases backing Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton.

US politicsmidterm electionsTexascampaign spending

CCNNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-06 01:00

Trump super PAC begins spending war chest on midterm elections

PoliticsTexas AG Paxton investigates military healthcare contractor over denied claims

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into a major military healthcare contractor over allegations that it wrongfully denied medical claims.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-04 21:17

Texas AG Paxton investigates military healthcare contractor over denied claims

PoliticsTed Cruz says Ken Paxton can ‘absolutely win’ Texas Senate race

In an exclusive Meet the Press interview, Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, says he is confident Republicans will retain their Senate majority as Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton face a competitive Texas Senate race.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-08-30 13:55

Ted Cruz says Ken Paxton can ‘absolutely win’ Texas Senate race
Ted Cruz says Ken Paxton can ‘absolutely win’ Texas Senate race