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Ken Paxton's Christian politics overshadow long history of scandal
Original: Ken Paxton’s Christian identity politics obscure a history of scandal | Sidney Blumenthal https://www. theguardian.com/c
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing renewed scrutiny over how he frames himself politically. Sidney Blumenthal argues Paxton leans on Christian identity politics to distract from a record of legal and ethical troubles, including impeachment by the Texas House in 2023 and ongoing securities fraud allegations. Commentators say the piece fits a wider debate about religion and accountability in Republican politics.
Why now: Paxton's blending of Christian nationalism with his political career is drawing attention amid ongoing discussion of his scandals
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- Ken Paxton’s Christian identity politics obscure a history of scandal | Sidney Blumenthal https://www. theguardian.com/commentisfree/ 2026/sep/30/ken-paxton-christian-scandal # UsPolitics # Republicans # Christianity # UsNews # Texas # Religion · theguardian_us_news@halo.nu · 1
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