AG Paxton Asks 5th Circuit to Uphold Texas’ Sanctuary Cities Law
“I am encouraged by the judges’ responses to our arguments that Senate Bill 4 is lawful, constitutional and a public safety issue,” said Attorney General Paxton, who attended the hearing in New Orleans. “Sanctuary policies risk the safety of law enforcement officers and the safety of law-abiding Texans by releasing dangerous criminals back onto our streets. I am hopeful the 5th Circuit will side with the rule of law and give our state the right to fully enforce Senate Bill 4 and protect our citizens.”
AG Paxton Praises Actions by President Trump and Congress to Rescind the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Unconstitutional Arbitration Rule
“We’re fortunate to have a president and a Congress who are faithful to the Constitution. They recognize that the CFPB was unlawfully constituted, and that the Constitution does not permit its unelected director to unilaterally impose his will on our economy,” Attorney General Paxton said. “I am confident that our arguments would have prevailed in court, had the case progressed that far. The next step is for Congress to do away with the CFPB altogether.”
AG Paxton Statement on Shooting in Sutherland Springs
“The thoughts and prayers of all Texans are with the people of Sutherland Springs as tragic reports come out of First Baptist Church. My office stands ready to assist local law enforcement as needed. Please join Angela and me as we pray for those impacted by this horrific shooting.”
AG Paxton Leads 12-State Amicus Brief Defending Trump Administration’s Constitutional Travel Ban in 4th Circuit
“The Trump administration has taken significant and common-sense steps through the travel ban to upgrade vetting of foreign nationals who enter the U.S. and strengthen national security procedures,” Attorney General Paxton said. “The travel ban is constitutional, lawful and vital to protecting Texans and all Americans from those who intend to commit terrorist attacks in our country.”
AG Paxton Statement on Hargan v. Garza
“I strongly support the Department of Justice asking the Supreme Court today to vacate the lower court’s ruling. It seems very clear to me that ACLU lawyers misled the Department of Justice in order to carry out this heinous act against an innocent unborn life. I hope the Court will hold the responsible ACLU lawyers accountable for their conduct.”
AG Paxton Leads 12-State Amicus Brief Defending Trump Administration’s Latest Travel Ban
“The Trump administration’s latest travel ban is a lawful exercise of statutorily authorized executive power over foreign affairs and national security, and a reasonable response to the ongoing threat of terrorism in our country,” Attorney General Paxton said. “The president is fulfilling his solemn duty to protect Texans and all Americans.”
AG Paxton Continues Formal Investigation Into Equifax Data Breach Affecting 12.2 Million Texans
“My office seeks documents and other information from Equifax that will allow us to thoroughly examine all the facts and circumstances surrounding the massive data breach,” Attorney General Paxton said. “Our primary responsibility is to protect Texas consumers, who, through no fault of their own, had their personal and financial information compromised and are now vulnerable to identity theft.”
AG Paxton Statement on Day 1 of Dismemberment Bill Trial
“Today marks the beginning of a historic trial in Texas, where we’re defending Texas’ legal right, authorized by Senate Bill 8, to protect the basic human rights and dignity of the unborn,” Attorney General Paxton said. “Senate Bill 8 reasonably prohibits live dismemberment of babies still in the womb, a brutal, gruesome and inhumane procedure that involves an abortionist tearing a fully formed child apart limb by limb until its death.”
AG Paxton Statement on Tragic Attack in New York City
“Once again, Americans are deeply troubled and heartbroken by the terrorism attack in New York City today. The resilience of that city ”“ and of all Americans ”“ will outshine this darkness today, and in the days ahead. Angela and I join with all Texans praying for those impacted by this tragedy and for our nation.”
AG Paxton’s Criminal Investigations Division Reaches New Milestones with 10,000 Total Arrests and 9,000th Fugitive Apprehension
“These monumental milestones are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our Criminal Investigations Division’s brave law enforcement officers, who don’t always get the public recognition they so richly deserve,” Attorney General Paxton said. “Their bravery, valor and strength remind us of the dangers many of them face every day ”“ dangers they confront without hesitation. I am proud of the job they do to keep Texas stronger, safer and just.”