Ken Paxton’s Election Powers Face Scrutiny in Close Texas Senate Contest

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is in a tight Senate contest, with election experts saying courts would likely limit his powers.

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Ken Paxton’s Election Powers Face Scrutiny in Close Texas Senate Contest

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who has sought to overturn close elections, is now competing in a tight Senate contest of his own, according to The New York Times.

The race could draw scrutiny to the scope of his authority as attorney general. Election experts say courts would likely place limits on his powers.

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