Texas AG Ken Paxton Seeks to Jail Beto O'Rourke Over Alleged Unlawful Fundraising
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is pursuing contempt charges and potential jail time for former Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke, alleging unlawful fundraising for Democrats who left the state.
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Overview
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is seeking to hold former Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke in contempt of court.
Paxton alleges O'Rourke engaged in unlawful fundraising activities, specifically for Democrats who left Texas.
The AG claims O'Rourke violated a judge's temporary restraining order and ran a misleading financial-influence scheme.
Paxton is calling for O'Rourke to be jailed until he complies with court orders regarding the payment of Democrats' expenses.
In response, Beto O'Rourke has filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Paxton to halt the investigation into Democratic funding.
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