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The historic trial against the suspended attorney general is coming to a close
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As the impeachment trial of suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton winds down, lawyers for the three-term Republican opened their defense by calling two senior staffers who have stuck by the suspended attorney general. The defense team rested its case late Thursday afternoon.
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Wednesday's testimony included a former Paxton assistant and friend who grew concerned over connections between the AG's home renovations and Nate Paul, the businessman at the center of the impeachment trial. Much of the day focused on who actually paid for those renovations.
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Criminal attorney Brandon Cammack was hired by Ken Paxton in 2020 to investigate federal and local officials related to FBI searches of Austin real estate developer Nate Paul’s home and businesses. He testified he was never paid — and eventually terminated at Starbucks.
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Testimony resumes Tuesday in the trial that could permanently remove the Republican from office over allegations of corruption and bribery. One of the 20 articles of impeachment centers on an extramarital affair Paxton had with a woman who worked for one of campaign contributors.
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The trial seems to be nearing an end sooner than what was initially expected by Texas senators.
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The suspended Republican attorney general is accused of constitutional bribery, abuse of official capacity, misuse of official information, and retaliation against former employees.
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From fiery remarks from lawyers to tense votes to the prosecution’s first witness, the first day of suspended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial was one for the books.
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When Paxton’s Senate impeachment trial starts next week, attention will turn toward the Republican senators who will decide his fate.
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In the lead up to Tuesday’s trial, Patrick has been under tremendous scrutiny and pressure as Paxton allies and opponents search for signs of which way he may be leaning.
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The suspended attorney general's trial is scheduled to start at 9 a.m. on Sept. 5 in the Texas Senate. Tickets will be distributed to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
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“Prejudicial and inflammatory statements” from both sides have jeopardized the ability of senators to offer fair and impartial justice, Patrick says. Violators can be found in contempt, jailed and fined.