Whistleblowers Seek to Revive Lawsuit Against Ken Paxton After Impeachment Acquittal

Whistleblowers who reported Ken Paxton to FBI want their lawsuit against him to proceed after his impeachment acquittal.
Four former Paxton advisers struck a $3.3 million settlement earlier but it was never approved by lawmakers.
Eight former top Paxton aides went to the FBI in 2020, accusing him of misusing office to help donor.
Most whistleblowers testified at Paxton's impeachment trial, where he was acquitted on all charges.
Paxton remains under FBI investigation and awaits trial on state securities fraud charges, which he denies.

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Posted 9/25/2023, 11:24:35 PM