Trump Reveals Top Candidate For Attorney General: ‘Very Talented Guy’

During the heat of the bustling NRA convention this weekend, former President Donald Trump shared insights on a range of pressing issues—from the pervasive challenge of mass shootings to the porous U.S. border. Amid discussions that spanned law enforcement reforms to legislative gridlocks, Trump didn’t just focus on current affairs; he also hinted at potential future appointments, revealing his top candidate for U.S. Attorney General should he win a second term.

Turning to immigration, a critical issue for many especially in Texas, Trump painted a grim picture of the current border situation. “They’re being emptied out all over the world. Venezuela’s crime is down 72 percent from last year. Venezuela is sending all their criminals into the United States,” he said. When probed KDFW-TV about his choice for the Attorney General’s position, Trump didn’t hesitate. He praised Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton as a “very talented guy.”

Paxton, a prominent politician and lawyer, has been serving as the Attorney General of Texas since 2015. Before entering politics, Paxton worked as a management consultant and practiced law, including a stint as in-house counsel for J.C. Penney. His political career began in the Texas House of Representatives, where he served from 2003 to 2013. He was then elected to the Texas Senate.

“I would, actually,” Trump affirmed when asked if he would consider Paxton for the national post. “He’s been a very good Attorney General. I fought for him when he had the difficulty and we won. He had some people really after him and I thought it was very unfair. He’s been a very good Attorney General.”

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As Attorney General, Paxton has been involved in several high-profile legal actions, including filing numerous lawsuits against the federal government on issues ranging from environmental regulations to immigration. He has been a staunch opponent of the Affordable Care Act and has been involved in legal battles concerning the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and various Obama-era initiatives.

Paxton’s tenure has also been marked by controversy. In 2015, he was indicted on felony securities fraud charges, although the case has seen numerous delays. In 2020, several of his top aides accused him of bribery and abuse of office, prompting an FBI investigation. The allegations led to his impeachment by the Texas House of Representatives in May 2023, although he was acquitted by the Texas Senate later that year.

Paxton has had a notably close relationship with Trump, marked by strong political alignment and mutual support. During Trump’s presidency, Paxton led multiple legal actions supportive of Trump’s administration, including challenging federal directives and policies from previous administrations. Notably, Paxton filed a lawsuit attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in four battleground states—a move that aligned with Trump’s claims of election fraud. The lawsuit was quickly dismissed by the U.S. Supreme Court for lack of standing.

Trump reciprocated this support by endorsing Paxton in his political campaigns, including his 2022 reelection bid for Texas Attorney General. Trump’s endorsement was seen as a significant boost, considering Paxton’s legal controversies and the strong Republican base loyal to Trump in Texas. As Trump eyes a return to the White House, his discussions at the NRA convention not only reflect his political strategies but also hint at a future that could see Ken Paxton stepping into a pivotal role at the national level.

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