Texas AG Drops Case That Touched Off A Staff Revolt

Austin (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says he’s dropping an investigation sought by a wealthy donor that set off an extraordinary revolt by his own top deputies. Members of Paxton’s staff last week accused him of bribery and abuse of office over his launching of an investigation sought by Austin developer Nate Paul whose offices were raided last year by the FBI. Paxton has denied wrongdoing, and said Friday he is dropping the case because local prosecutors had closed the file. But Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore says it was Paxton who brought Paul’s case to her, not the other way around. State authorities also confirm they have referred criminal allegations made by Paxton’s own staff against their boss to federal authorities. Paxton continues to insist he won’t resign.