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Republican Ken Paxton spotted with alleged mistress in England over Independence Day weekend
By Michael Karlis at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
With recent polls suggesting he’s locked in a dead heat as he runs for Texas’ contested U.S. Senate seat, Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton was once again spotted vacationing with his purported mistress. Over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Paxton was seen walking alongside Christi...
Key takeaway Senate seat, Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton was once again spotted vacationing with his purported mistress.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
Ken Paxton's personal life has been under scrutiny in Texas for some time, and this latest development is likely to resonate with voters in Bexar County, where family values and social conservatism often play a significant role in elections. As Paxton campaigns for a U.S. Senate seat, his actions will be closely watched by San Antonio area residents, who may be weighing their options in a highly contested race. The fact that Paxton was seen with his alleged mistress in a public setting, particularly during a holiday weekend typically associated with family gatherings, may raise questions about his judgment and character among local voters. With the Senate race expected to be tightly contested, Paxton's personal life could become a key factor in how San Antonio area voters decide to cast their ballots.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
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What is this story about? With recent polls suggesting he’s locked in a dead heat as he runs for Texas’ contested U.S. Senate seat, Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton was once again spotted vacationing with his purported mistress. Over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Paxton was seen walking alongside Christi...
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