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Texas AG Ken Paxton Seeks Revenge in Super Tuesday Primaries

Following his acquittal, Paxton endorses candidates against those who supported his impeachment, aiming to reshape the Texas GOP.

  • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, after being acquitted of impeachment charges, is endorsing over 70 candidates in the Super Tuesday primaries, targeting those who supported his impeachment.
  • Former President Donald Trump joins Paxton in backing candidates, aiming to oust GOP incumbents who voted for Paxton's impeachment.
  • Paxton's campaign focuses on key races, including against Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan, who led the impeachment effort.
  • The endorsements clash with those of GOP Gov. Greg Abbott, highlighting a deepening rift within the Texas Republican Party.
  • Paxton's actions signal a broader battle within the GOP, as he seeks to influence the party's direction ahead of potential future political ambitions.
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