Key takeaways:
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John Scott as the interim Attorney General of the state following the impeachment of Ken Paxton.
- Abbott praised Scott’s decades of experience and expertise in litigation, saying that it will help guide him while serving as the state’s top law enforcement officer.
- The impeachment of Paxton has been a controversial issue in Texas, with the Senate having the final say on whether or not he is removed from office.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John Scott as the interim Attorney General of the state following the impeachment of Ken Paxton.
In a statement, Abbott praised Scott’s decades of experience and expertise in litigation, saying that it will help guide him while serving as the state’s top law enforcement officer. Scott is a former Texas Secretary of State and Deputy Attorney General.
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives voted 121-23 to impeach Paxton on charges of abuse of office and bribery. 60 of the 85 Republican members, including House Speaker Dade Phelan, supported the suspension.
Abbott’s appointment of Scott comes days after the House of Representatives voted to impeach Paxton. It is unclear how long Scott will serve as interim Attorney General.
The impeachment of Paxton has been a controversial issue in Texas. While the House of Representatives has voted to impeach him, the Senate will have the final say on whether or not he is removed from office. It is unclear when the Senate will take up the issue.
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