Texas AG Ken Paxton Faces Divorce Amid Scandal and Senate Bid Turmoil
So here's what’s making waves in Texas politics right now—Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife, State Senator Angela Paxton, are officially ending their marriage after 38 years. But it’s not just any divorce—Angela Paxton announced that she’s filing “on biblical grounds.” That alone sets a dramatic tone. She made the revelation on social media, citing “recent discoveries” that she believes violate the sanctity of their marriage. While she didn’t dive into details publicly, court documents obtained by multiple outlets, including CNN and Fox News, allege adultery. She also noted that the two had not been living together since June 1, 2024.
Angela emphasized in her post that she sees marriage as a sacred covenant and that she had tried to reconcile. But ultimately, she felt staying in the relationship no longer honored God, herself, their children—or even Ken. That’s a powerful statement, especially coming from someone who has been a public partner in his political journey for decades.
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Ken Paxton, for his part, acknowledged the split in his own post, chalking it up to the weight of public scrutiny and political attacks. He didn’t address the adultery claim directly, instead choosing to focus on his family and asking for prayers and privacy.
What complicates this even more is the timing. Ken Paxton is currently trying to unseat Senator John Cornyn in what is expected to be one of the most contentious GOP Senate primaries in the country. Now, with his personal life unraveling in full view, the stakes have skyrocketed. The National Republican Senatorial Committee didn’t hold back either. They released a blistering statement condemning Paxton’s actions and expressing support for Angela, calling her decision courageous.
This isn’t the first controversy surrounding Ken Paxton either. Let’s not forget—he was impeached by the Texas House in 2023 over allegations of corruption and misconduct, including claims tied to an extramarital affair with a woman employed by a real estate developer who was closely linked to him. Though he was acquitted by the Texas Senate—where his wife actually serves—Angela was barred from voting in that trial. Still, the entire saga added another layer of tension to their already complicated public and private lives.
So yeah, what’s unfolding isn’t just a breakup—it’s a political earthquake, and we’re all watching it shake up the landscape of Texas and national politics.
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