Ken Paxton
Mentioned in 61 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Ken Paxton Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate who has been a frequent topic of political podcasts due to his 2026 primary challenge against incumbent Senator John Cornyn with backing from Trump-aligned MAGA groups. Podcast discussions center on his controversial record, including corruption allegations, impeachment proceedings, involvement in efforts to overturn the 2020 election, and legal troubles that have led commentators to characterize him as one of the most scandal-plagued figures in American politics. His candidacy represents a contested GOP primary battle that has attracted significant media attention across the political spectrum.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Letters from an American · May 22, 2026
Blocking the Slush Fund
“Endorsed by Trump as 'true MAGA warrior' in primary runoff against John Cornyn”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 21, 2026
Stephen Colbert Signs Off as Trump’s Revenge Tour Crushes GOP Critics
“Trump-endorsed primary candidate; impeached by Republican legislature; weaker general election prospect”
The Bulwark Podcast · May 21, 2026
Amanda Carpenter, Sarah Longwell, & Sam Stein: Trump Gives His Family a Free Pass to Crime
“Texas Senate candidate endorsed by Trump over incumbent John Cornyn despite ethical concerns”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 21, 2026
Ep. 1979 - They Just Made Another Iconic White Character Black
“Texas Senate candidate endorsed by Trump over incumbent John Cornyn”
The MeidasTouch Podcast · May 21, 2026
All Chaos Breaks Loose as GOP Blocks Trump’s Agenda
“Trump-endorsed Republican Senate candidate trailing Democrat James Tallarico in polls despite Trump endorsement”
The Glenn Beck Program · May 19, 2026
Critical Evidence Against Luigi Mangione Was Just THROWN OUT?! | 5/19/26
“Texas AG candidate in primary race; subject of attack ads regarding human trafficking cases”
The Glenn Beck Program · May 18, 2026
Rising Prices, UK Fallout & Iran: How Trump Is Managing the Chaos | 5/18/26
“Challenging John Cornyn in Texas primary; hosts expressed preference for his candidacy over Cornyn”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 14, 2026
Trump Sucks Up to Xi, But Doesn’t Care About Americans’ Financial Pain
“Republican opponent in Texas Senate race; pushing Save America Act; fighting with Cornyn for Trump endorsement”
The Jamie Kern Lima Show · May 14, 2026
James Talarico The Interview: Fighting to Flip Tables + Take Texas, Christianity & the Country Back
“Impeached Texas AG and potential opponent in Talarico's Senate race”
The Next Level · May 5, 2026
1078: This is The Stupidest War You Can Possibly Imagine
“Leading John Cornyn by 3 points in Texas Republican Senate runoff per new polling”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 1, 2026
Trump Triggers Redistricting Chaos as GOP Pushes Power Grab Nationwide
“Leading in polls for Texas Senate nomination; Save America Act is central to his campaign”
The Bulwark Podcast · Apr 29, 2026
John Heilemann: Did Trump Make an Ominous Shift on Iran?
“Texas Senate race opponent; Trump failed to bully him out of race”
The LRB Podcast · Apr 29, 2026
James Lasdun's road trip to America's courts
“Texas AG involved in investigating oil revenue corruption case”
Noticias de la mañana · Apr 22, 2026
Las noticias de la mañana, miércoles 22 de abril de 2026
“Celebrated federal court decision upholding law requiring Ten Commandments display in public schools”
The Jesse Kelly Show · Apr 22, 2026
Another Democrat RESIGNS From Congress In SHAME
“Filed lawsuit against ActBlue alleging misleading statements and improper fundraising in Texas”
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.”