Ken Paxton
Mentioned in 46 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Texas Attorney General who ran for U.S. Senate in a contested Republican primary against incumbent John Cornyn, backed by Trump and MAGA-aligned groups despite facing impeachment, corruption allegations, and legal scandals. Podcasts frequently discussed his candidacy as a significant storyline in Texas politics, with commentary ranging from criticism of his legal troubles to praise from conservative outlets for his willingness to challenge federal overreach. He was also noted for involvement in efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 3, 2026
Episode 5269: US Fighter Plane Downed In Iran
“Mentioned as talented candidate for federal position but facing Texas Senate race complications”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 3, 2026
Pam Bondi Out as AG, Army Chief Retires, Gun Ban on Bases Lifted
“Mentioned as potential AG replacement but unlikely due to Texas Senate race against John Cornyn”
Political Gabfest · Apr 2, 2026
"Subject to the Jurisdiction Thereof"
“Paxton leading betting markets in Texas Republican runoff despite corruption allegations”
Bulwark Takes · Apr 2, 2026
BREAKING: Trump Fires Pam Bondi
“Speculated as potential replacement for Bondi as Attorney General”
Inside Trump's Head · Apr 1, 2026
The Dire Plan Trump Really Has for Legacy: Wolff
“Texas Republican primary candidate; MAGA base preference over John Cornyn despite Trump's pragmatic endorsement concerns”
Bulwark Takes · Mar 22, 2026
Rep. Lizzie Fletcher: Texas May Finally Be in Play
“Republican candidate in Texas Attorney General runoff; Fletcher predicts he will win nomination”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 21, 2026
Episode 5235: Grassroots Fight Back Against RINO Candidates
“Texas Senate candidate polling 16-18 points ahead of incumbent John Cornyn in primary race”
The Daily · Mar 20, 2026
Trump Wants to Change How We Vote. Will He Succeed?
“Texas Attorney General who launched 2020 lawsuit to overturn election results”
DSR's Words Matter · Mar 19, 2026
A Fiasco Wrapped In A Disaster Inside a Catastrophe
“Described as among most corrupt public officials in America, challenging Cornyn in Republican primary”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 16, 2026
Episode 5220: Secret Deals Behind Live Nation Settlement; SAVE America Act Must Pass
“Texas Attorney General leading multi-state coalition continuing Live Nation antitrust litigation against DOJ settlement”
Morning Wire · Mar 11, 2026
Intensified Strikes Hammer Iran & Cuba’s Final Chapter? | 3.11.26
“Texas Attorney General filing lawsuit against healthcare providers violating state gender transition ban and closing loopholes”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 10, 2026
Episode 5205: Iran Lays Mines IOn The Strait Of Hormuz; Warmongering Graham Wants To Send Your Family To Iran
“Texas Attorney General providing Trump political leverage against Senate Republicans on Save America Act passage”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 9, 2026
Episode 5201: The Lies Of John Cornyn
“Texas Attorney General challenging Cornyn in Senate primary, positioned as Trump-aligned alternative”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 8, 2026
Episode 5199: WarRoom Sunday Special War In Iran Continues Pt 2
“Texas Attorney General candidate; analyzed for MAGA alignment, deep state opposition record, and corporate litigation history”
Behind the Bastards · Mar 7, 2026
It Could Happen Here Weekly 222
“Texas AG; blocked voting hour extensions in Dallas/Williamson counties; may drop Senate race”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 6, 2026
Episode 5194: War In Iran Continues To Destabilize The Oil Industry; Stopping The Sharia Takeover Of The Country
“Texas Attorney General offering to step aside from Senate race if Save America Act passes, creating Trump negotiating leverage”
Pivot · Mar 6, 2026
Noem Out, Iran War “Far From Over,” and Talarico’s Win
“Texas Attorney General in expensive GOP Senate primary runoff, backed by MAGA groups”
Law and Chaos · Mar 6, 2026
Ep 210 — TX/AR/NC Primary Redux (Ft. Joe Dye)
“Texas Attorney General facing runoff against Senator John Cornyn after sex scandals, impeachment, and corruption charges despite leading in polls.”
Pod Save America · Mar 6, 2026
Trump Deports Noem
“Texas Attorney General in Senate runoff; demanding filibuster elimination for voter ID bill in exchange for dropping out”
Letters from an American · Mar 5, 2026
War in Iran Rages As Epstein Coverup and Voter Suppression Continue
“Texas Attorney General (R) running for Senate; challenged court orders extending voting hours”
Morning Wire · Mar 3, 2026
Evening Wire: Iran’s Navy Devastated & Wyoming Trucking Crackdown | 3.3.26
“Texas Attorney General challenging Senator John Corden in primary election”
NPR News Now · Mar 3, 2026
NPR News: 03-03-2026 5PM EST
“Texas Attorney General challenging incumbent John Cornyn in Republican Senate primary”
The Daily · Mar 3, 2026
The Midterms Begin With a Texas-Size Showdown
“Texas Attorney General challenging Cornyn, described as Trump-aligned despite legal troubles”
All In with Chris Hayes · Feb 28, 2026
Republicans are interviewing the wrong president in Epstein probe, says Hayes
“Texas Attorney General challenging incumbent Senator John Cornyn in Republican primary; Trump administration attempting to prevent his endorsement”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
“Texas Republican Senate candidate; scandal-plagued contender in competitive GOP primary Trump is monitoring.”
Ceasefire · Feb 28, 2026
Mitch Landrieu and Mercedes Schlapp Join Dasha Burns
“Texas Attorney General running for Senate in contested Republican primary”
Fox News Hourly Update · Feb 27, 2026
President Trump Says He is Not Happy With Iran Nuclear Negotiations
“Texas Attorney General competing against John Cornyn in Republican Senate primary with Trump's consideration”
NPR News Now · Feb 27, 2026
NPR News: 02-27-2026 6PM EST
“Texas Attorney General running in contested Senate Republican primary”
O'Connor & Company · Feb 26, 2026
Matt Schlapp, Jack Hughes' Return, USA Hockey Gold, Banking Citizenship Rules
“Texas Attorney General challenging incumbent Cornyn in Senate primary; praised as strong conservative willing to fight against federal overreach”
Pod Save America · Feb 20, 2026
1123: Trump: "I've Won Affordability"
“Texas Attorney General mentioned as opponent Talarico would face in general election”
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Feb 19, 2026
David Pakman & AG Raul Torrez
“Texas Republican candidate for Senate; characterized as 'cartoonish' and far crazier than Cornyn”
The Opinions · Feb 14, 2026
Pam Bondi’s ‘Cage Match’ and Trump’s Fraying Coalition
“Texas Attorney General running for Senate; described as potentially most corrupt prominent politician in America”
KCRW's Left, Right & Center · Feb 13, 2026
Texas Dems are stuck on identity politics with Senate race at stake
“Texas Attorney General and Trump ally challenging Cornyn in Republican primary with MAGA support”
The Bulwark Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
Adam Kinzinger: The People of Minneapolis Won
“Texas Attorney General running for Senate with corruption allegations, cheating scandal, and MAGA alignment”
Ruthless Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
How China Funds the American Left + Sen. Cornyn Joins The Progrum
“Texas Attorney General and Republican primary candidate; conservative with serious constituency in state politics.”
Advisory Opinions · Feb 12, 2026
Naw Dawg to the DOJ
“Texas Attorney General running for Senate, leading Republican primary despite corruption allegations”
The Daily Beans · Feb 11, 2026
One Million Times
“Texas Attorney General who worked with Kurt Olson to urge Supreme Court to overturn 2020 election”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
What to watch in the Texas Senate race
“Texas Attorney General challenging Cornyn in Republican primary despite impeachment and corruption allegations”
Up First from NPR · Feb 7, 2026
U.S.-Iran Talks Continue, Texas Politics, 2026 Winter Olympics Begin
“Texas Attorney General running against incumbent Senator John Cornyn in Republican primary”
Red Eye Radio · Feb 6, 2026
02-06-26 Part One - Return Of The ShamWow! Guy
“Former Texas AG running for Senate; maintains strong Republican base support but facing primary competition”
The Bulwark Podcast · Feb 3, 2026
Will Stancil: The Heroes of Minneapolis
“Texas Attorney General; target of Democratic criticism for corruption and lack of concern for Texas voters”
The View: Behind the Table · Feb 2, 2026
Ana Navarro: Donald Trump Will Regret Picking On Don Lemon
“Texas Republican Senate candidate; discussed as having significant criminal allegations and negative baggage”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 28, 2026
Adam Serwer and Bobby Pulido: MAGA Got Proven Wrong
“Texas Attorney General who won district by less than 1 point in 2022 against Rochelle Garza”
Dateline Originals · Jan 15, 2026
The Last Appeal - Ep. 3: A Date to Die
“Texas Attorney General who rushed to court to vacate stay and proceed with Robertson's execution”
Dateline Originals · Jan 15, 2026
The Last Appeal - Ep. 4: The Reckoning
“Texas Attorney General defending Robertson's execution and arguing against legislative subpoena”
DSR's Words Matter · Dec 23, 2025
In Search of Optimism About 2026
“Texas politician potentially running for Senate, described as corrupt and immoral”