Senator Angela Paxton is filing for divorce from her husband, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
11 july 2025 в 18:37
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been filed for divorce by his wife, Texas Senate Majority Leader Angela Paxton, amid rumors of an affair and scandals. The couple has been married for 38 years, and many of their supporters are asking the same question: what did Ken do?
After Angela announced the divorce filing on July 10, 2025, Ken followed suit, writing on Twitter: «I could not be more proud or grateful for the incredible family that God has blessed us with, and I remain committed to supporting our amazing children and grandchildren. I ask for your prayers and respect for our time».
Below you will learn what Angela accused her now ex-husband of and more about their marriage.
«I believe marriage is a sacred covenant, and I sincerely sought reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe this glorifies God or is loving towards myself, my children, or Ken…»
— Senator Angela Paxton (@AngelaPaxtonTX) July 10, 2025
Ken is the Attorney General of Texas and a staunch supporter of Donald Trump. The Republican has held this position since 2015 and plans to run for Senate in 2026 against Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primaries.
In 2023, Ken was impeached by the Texas House of Representatives after being charged with securities fraud related to activities prior to taking office. Additionally, employees of his office accused Ken of bribery and abuse of power. The Texas Senate acquitted him of the charges, and the Department of Justice declined to press charges.
Angela has been the Majority Leader in the Texas Senate, representing District 8 in the state since 2019. She met Ken in college, where he was the student council president at the time. Angela has been a close advisor to her husband throughout their political careers, and they married in 1986.
«I believe marriage is a sacred covenant, and I sincerely sought reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe this glorifies God or is loving towards myself, my children, or Ken…»
— Senator Angela Paxton (@AngelaPaxtonTX) July 10, 2025
Angela accused Ken of adultery in her divorce statement on July 10, 2025. In a public statement she posted through X, Angela wrote on Twitter: «Today, after 38 years of marriage, I filed for divorce on biblical grounds. I believe marriage is a sacred covenant, and I sincerely sought reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe this glorifies God or is loving towards myself, my children, or Ken, to remain in the marriage. I move forward with full confidence that God always works all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose».
In her statement, Angela demands an «unequal distribution» of their joint property and claims that he is guilty of the breakdown of their marriage, according to CBS News. Angela also accused Ken of adultery and of benefiting from her remaining in the marriage.
When he was impeached in 2023, Ken was accused of helping an alleged mistress named Laura Olson. Some have made statements that Ken «benefited from Nate Paul hiring a woman with whom Paxton had an extramarital affair», - according to the New York Post, and one witness had previously testified before the Texas Legislature that Ken admitted to the affair with Laura.
Ken has not publicly admitted to the affair.
Yes, the Paxtons are raising four children together.
Some Republicans have not hesitated to criticize Ken for his alleged affair and final divorce from Angela. NRSC Public Relations Director Joanna Rodriguez reacted to news of their split on Twitter, calling Ken «disgusting».
«What Ken Paxton has put his family through is truly disgusting and despicable», - Joanna wrote. «No one should have to…»
After Angela announced the divorce filing on July 10, 2025, Ken followed suit, writing on Twitter: «I could not be more proud or grateful for the incredible family that God has blessed us with, and I remain committed to supporting our amazing children and grandchildren. I ask for your prayers and respect for our time».
Below you will learn what Angela accused her now ex-husband of and more about their marriage.
«I believe marriage is a sacred covenant, and I sincerely sought reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe this glorifies God or is loving towards myself, my children, or Ken…»
— Senator Angela Paxton (@AngelaPaxtonTX) July 10, 2025
Ken is the Attorney General of Texas and a staunch supporter of Donald Trump. The Republican has held this position since 2015 and plans to run for Senate in 2026 against Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primaries.
In 2023, Ken was impeached by the Texas House of Representatives after being charged with securities fraud related to activities prior to taking office. Additionally, employees of his office accused Ken of bribery and abuse of power. The Texas Senate acquitted him of the charges, and the Department of Justice declined to press charges.
Angela has been the Majority Leader in the Texas Senate, representing District 8 in the state since 2019. She met Ken in college, where he was the student council president at the time. Angela has been a close advisor to her husband throughout their political careers, and they married in 1986.
«I believe marriage is a sacred covenant, and I sincerely sought reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe this glorifies God or is loving towards myself, my children, or Ken…»
— Senator Angela Paxton (@AngelaPaxtonTX) July 10, 2025
Angela accused Ken of adultery in her divorce statement on July 10, 2025. In a public statement she posted through X, Angela wrote on Twitter: «Today, after 38 years of marriage, I filed for divorce on biblical grounds. I believe marriage is a sacred covenant, and I sincerely sought reconciliation. But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe this glorifies God or is loving towards myself, my children, or Ken, to remain in the marriage. I move forward with full confidence that God always works all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose».
In her statement, Angela demands an «unequal distribution» of their joint property and claims that he is guilty of the breakdown of their marriage, according to CBS News. Angela also accused Ken of adultery and of benefiting from her remaining in the marriage.
When he was impeached in 2023, Ken was accused of helping an alleged mistress named Laura Olson. Some have made statements that Ken «benefited from Nate Paul hiring a woman with whom Paxton had an extramarital affair», - according to the New York Post, and one witness had previously testified before the Texas Legislature that Ken admitted to the affair with Laura.
Ken has not publicly admitted to the affair.
Yes, the Paxtons are raising four children together.
Some Republicans have not hesitated to criticize Ken for his alleged affair and final divorce from Angela. NRSC Public Relations Director Joanna Rodriguez reacted to news of their split on Twitter, calling Ken «disgusting».
«What Ken Paxton has put his family through is truly disgusting and despicable», - Joanna wrote. «No one should have to…»
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