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Judge Allows Texas AG Paxton to Withdraw From School Voucher Defense Amid Official Feud
A federal judge has allowed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to withdraw from representing acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock in a lawsuit challenging the state's school voucher program. This unusual move stems from a public feud and legal strategy disagreements between the two Republican officials, raising concerns about effective state representation and potential constitutional implications for the voucher program.
Texas Businesses Challenge State Comptroller Over HUB Program Changes
Houston-area businesses are suing Texas acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, challenging his emergency rules that removed women- and minority-owned businesses from the state's Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program. The lawsuit argues Hancock overstepped his statutory authority, denied due process, and violated the Texas Constitution by unilaterally altering a program created by state law, seeking its immediate reinstatement and full restoration. This case highlights a critical legal and constitutional battle over the separation of powers and executive overreach in Texas state government, with significant implications for public policy regarding economic opportunity and legislative intent.
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