U.S. Supreme Court Halts EPA’s Unlawful Power Plan
"This is a major victory for Americans who feared the loss of their jobs, not to mention anyone concerned over the potential of skyrocketing electric bills and the overall quality of our electric grid," Attorney General Paxton said. "The Obama Administration clearly exceeded its authority in imposing this plan, which would cost taxpayers and consumers alike hard-earned money in exchange for less-reliable service."
Texas Attorney General Reaches $470 Million Joint State-Federal Settlement with HSBC to Address Mortgage Loan and Foreclosure Abuses
“This settlement holds HSBC accountable for its past abusive practices, and it provides much-needed relief to Texas borrowers,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said. “Through its tough servicing standards, this agreement compels HSBC to treat its borrowers much more fairly in the future.”
Nationwide, Bipartisan Support for HB 2
“We are grateful for the overwhelming support received from across the country in support of common-sense measures to protect women,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said. “Medical experts, legal scholars, lawmakers and women physically injured by the abortion industry are among those who filed briefs in support of women’s safety.”
Attorney General Paxton Joins Forces with City of Houston and Harris County to Stop Sale of Dangerous Synthetic Drugs
“Today’s joint operation shows the commitment of state, county and city authorities to form a united front to fight this growing threat to our youth,” said Attorney General Ken Paxton. “The illegal marketing and sale of powerful and deadly drugs, to children and adults alike, must be put to a stop. My office will continue working with local authorities across Texas to clearly send the message that businesses who choose to sell these substances will pay the price.”
Statement by Attorney General Ken Paxton on the Reinstatement of the Kountze Cheerleader Lawsuit
“Religious liberty, deemed by our nation’s founders as the ”˜First Freedom,’ is the foundation upon which our society has been built. I’m pleased the Texas Supreme Court has ensured that the Kountze cheerleaders will be able to continue defending their right to express their faith ”“ the most fundamental of American freedoms.”
Texas Files Brief in U.S. Supreme Court to Protect Health and Safety of Women
“The Kermit Gosnell scandal shocked our nation and put a spotlight on the urgent need to prevent such tragedies from happening in our own state,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said. “Texas lawmakers joined other states in adding common-sense measures to protect Texas women and the Court should uphold the ability of the state to ensure women seeking abortions are not harmed.”
Bipartisan Coalition Asks Supreme Court to Halt EPA Power Plan
“The Obama Administration has exceeded its authority in imposing a plan that will kill jobs and significantly raise electric bills for all Americans,” Attorney General Paxton said. “This power grab will force a massive reordering of nearly every state’s electric grid and result in less-reliable service for all customers. Such far-reaching actions raise serious concerns about the power of the federal government.”
Obama Administration Defies Court’s Directive; Settles Syrians in Texas Without Advance Notice or Information
“The Obama Administration continues settling Syrian refugees in our neighborhoods and communities under a cloak of secrecy,” said Attorney General Ken Paxton. “Last weekend the federal government settled refugees with no advance notice, in complete violation of a court’s directive, and were scheduled to bring more refugees to Texas without providing adequate information about who they are. The threat to our communities by foreign terrorists is real. The greater concern is not what we know about these refugees; it’s what we do not know.”
Media Advisory: James Garrett Freeman scheduled for execution
AUSTIN- Pursuant to an order entered by the 329th Judicial District Court of Wharton County, James Garrett Freeman is scheduled for execution after 6:00 p.m. on January 27, 2016. On March 16, 2007, James Garrett Freeman shot and killed Texas Game Warden Justin Hurst, an on-duty peace officer. On November 7, 2008, the 329th Judicial District Court of Wharton County, Texas entered a judgment of conviction against him for capital murder and sentenced him to death.
Statement by Attorney General Ken Paxton on Planned Parenthood Investigation
“The fact remains that the videos exposed the horrific nature of abortion and the shameful disregard for human life of the abortion industry. The state’s investigation of Planned Parenthood is ongoing.”