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Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on “illegal voting.” He may have violated Texas election law.
By Texas Tribune, By Zach Despart, The Texas Tribune And Propublica at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 10 min read
This article is co-published with ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for ProPublica’s Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox as soon as they are published.Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General K...
Key takeaway Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the creation of a tip line for the public to report people or groups suspected of voter fraud.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The potential violation of Texas election law by Attorney General Ken Paxton has significant implications for San Antonio residents, who may wonder about the consistency of election enforcement across the state. As the chief law enforcement officer in Texas, Paxton's actions are under scrutiny, particularly given his vocal stance on voter fraud. The fact that he may have misrepresented his residence on election records raises questions about the fairness and integrity of the electoral process. San Antonio voters, who have seen their own share of controversies surrounding voting rights and access, will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds and whether Paxton will face any consequences for his alleged actions. The outcome of this case could have broader implications for the state's election laws and the role of the attorney general's office in enforcing them.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 10 min
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