The federal criminal investigation was the most serious legal threat the once-embattled Republican faced. With the probe now over, Paxton is gearing up to likely challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026.
  • solrize@lemmy.world
    41·
    2 hours ago

    It’s fine, if it’s state charges instead of federal then Trump can’t pardon him.

  • Asafum@feddit.nl
    11·
    4 hours ago

    This is peak America… Mass murderer, rapist, old lady punching, bank robber won’t face charges as they are the front runner for President!

  • boydster@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    29·
    6 hours ago

    Do they want torches and pitchforks? Because continuously allowing open corruption to go unchallenged in full view of the public is how you get torches and pitchforks.

    • phdepressed@sh.itjust.works
      11·
      4 hours ago

      It’s been about 40-60y since our last go at it, they’ve forgotten and should be reminded. Kindly first, then with a bottle of chianti if necessary.