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November 13, 2026

The political downfall of Ken Paxton

By: David Brown

How did one of the most resilient Republicans in Texas politics lose a longstanding base? We’ll look at the anatomy of Ken Paxton’s political implosion.
As we continue to track the fallout of one of the biggest turnarounds in American politics, a closer look at some of the numbers emerging — including a participation gap between men and women.
Also, is there a shifting relationship between local and state leaders in Texas?
Putting a price tag on history: Rare Items bearing the signatures of Davy Crockett, Sam Houston, William Travis and more are going up for auction.
Plus: Beachcombing in the West Texas desert.