Paxton’s win was unsurprising after the state’s top court sided with his deputy in a similar lawsuit last month.
The State Bar of Texas drops its lawsuit against Attorney General Ken Paxton over his 2020 election challenge, citing a recent Texas Supreme Court ruling.
Both lawsuits stem from the attorney general's attempt to call into question the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Although Democrats will be prohibited from chairing the main legislative committees, the chamber voted to expand the powers they can have as vice chairs.
The Commission for Lawyer Discipline asked the Texas Supreme Court to drop its case against Ken Paxton, but the attorney general wants the court to do more than accept a nonsuit with prejudice.
The state bar had sought to sanction Paxton, which could have carried a punishment ranging from a private reprimand to disbarment.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott this week announced his appointment of Paul E. Mansur for Yoakum County Criminal District Attorney.
The Commission for Lawyer Discipline tells the Texas Supreme Court that a related ruling made its case against Paxton moot.
At the request of the bar, the Texas Supreme Court handed down an order Wednesday that brings the bar's attempts to sanction Paxton to an end.
Chef-pitmaster Mems Davila has maintained a focus on classic barbecue while adding upscale menu items that reflect his upbringing in the Rio Grande Valley.
With Wednesday's win over Oregon, Ohio State advanced in the College Football Playoff bracket and will face No. 5 Texas. The Longhorns defeated No. 4 Arizona State earlier Wednesday. The Buckeyes ...