Closing arguments in the impeachment trial of Texas
Attorney General Ken Paxton are also under way,
the trial verdict will determine whether to remove the Texas A G from office.
Paxton has been accused of corruption and bribery charges
involving his alleged involvement with Austin real estate developer,
Nate Paul and a woman who worked for Paul House Representative,
Andrew Murr began closing arguments this
morning saying the Texas House discovered quote
unprecedented abuse during Paxton's time in office,
Murr told senators he has betrayed us and the people of Texas and
he's given the opportunity he will continue to abuse the power given to him
and quote.
Today's closing arguments are the last chance for the State House of
Representatives to make a case that Paxton is unfit for office.
A verdict from the Texas Senate could be reached as early as today.