Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office has initiated a major investigation into alleged vote tampering in Bexar County, a key Democratic stronghold and the fourth largest county in Texas. On Tuesday, officials executed search warrants at various offices within the county, which includes San Antonio.
The search is part of Paxton’s broader initiative to address election fraud, a campaign that has seen expenditure, including $2.3 million in 2023 to prosecute just four cases. Paxton emphasized the importance of securing elections, stating, “We are completely committed to protecting the security of the ballot box and the integrity of every legal vote.”
AG Paxton vows to protect ballot security following investigation into Bexar County
This investigation follows a referral from state District Attorney Audrey Louis, a conservative Republican whose district borders Bexar County. Louis made the referral after a 2021 Court of Criminal Appeals ruling restricted Paxton’s ability to investigate election crimes independently. The ruling required him to collaborate with local district attorneys, prompting Paxton to rally his supporters against the decision.
Despite her jurisdiction over nearby counties, Louis’s area does not include Bexar County. The AG’s office has not provided further details on the ongoing probe. This development reveals against a backdrop of tightening political races in Texas, with recent polls showing a narrowing gap between former President Trump, Paxton’s ally, and Vice President Harris.
Paxton, who has been a prominent figure in challenging the results of the 2020 election, faces scrutiny from both the legal community and political opponents. The Texas State Bar has sought disciplinary action against him for what it termed a “dishonest” lawsuit related to election results, a decision Paxton is challenging in the state Supreme Court.
