Texas Attorney General Sues Coppell ISD Over Alleged CRT Law Violations

Ken Paxton's lawsuit cites undercover video evidence claiming district officials bypassed state restrictions on Critical Race Theory in schools.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Coppell ISD, accusing the district of violating state laws prohibiting the teaching of Critical Race Theory (CRT).
The lawsuit is based on undercover video evidence from Accuracy in Media, showing Coppell ISD Director of Curriculum Evan Whitfield admitting to circumventing the law.
Whitfield allegedly stated that the district continues to teach CRT despite state bans, claiming they 'do what’s right for kids' and suggesting teachers 'close the door' to teach contrary to state standards.
The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction to prevent Coppell ISD from teaching CRT and to ensure compliance with Texas law, which restricts certain teachings on race and history.
This case highlights ongoing debates over CRT in education, the enforcement of state laws, and the role of investigative journalism in uncovering alleged violations.