AUSTIN, Texas – This weekend, Donald Trump pointed to Ken Paxton as a potential choice for his next U.S. Attorney General. Not only has he faced criminal charges his entire time as Texas Attorney General, but last year members of his own party voted to impeach him for bribery and abuse of office.

Since his impeachment, Ken Paxton has used his power to oust Republican members of the Texas House and judges on the Court of Criminal Appeals as part of a revenge tour against those who dare to uphold the rule of law.

Texas Democratic Party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa issued the following statement:

“Democrats and Republicans alike know that Ken Paxton is self-serving, corrupt, and unfit to hold public office – let alone lead the United States Justice Department. Paxton has been a loyal soldier to Trump throughout his countless scandals and legal struggles, making this possible U.S. Attorney General appointment all the more unsurprising. Elevating Paxton to such a critical role would only further erode public trust in our justice system, and here in Texas – we’re going to fight like hell to keep President Joe Biden in the White House so this never becomes reality.”

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