Key Highlights
- Ken Paxton was impeached by the Texas House of Representatives on May 27, 2023, with a vote of 121–23.
- The impeachment was based on allegations of bribery, wrongful termination of aides, and obstruction of justice.
- Eight whistle-blowers from Paxton's office contributed to the investigation leading to his impeachment.
- Paxton was suspended from office immediately following the impeachment vote.
- He won acquittal in a state Senate trial and has since filed multiple lawsuits against his accusers.
