The Texas Supreme Court has ruled that Attorney General Ken Paxton is not required to testify in a whistleblower lawsuit linked to his 2023 impeachment charges. Paxton’s office claimed the lawsuit was politically motivated and accepted any judgment in the case.
The suit involves former employees alleging retaliation after reporting Paxton’s misuse of office to protect a friend and donor. A preliminary settlement offered $3.3 million and an apology but sparked legislative scrutiny, leading to Paxton’s impeachment and subsequent acquittal. The court noted testimony could unduly influence state funding decisions tied to the case.
The decision now moves to a lower trial court to enforce the ruling. Paxton’s office has celebrated the judgment as a significant victory for the state.
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