In a further twist, Paxton’s 2020 presidential election lawsuit, challenging Biden’s win in four states, fans the flames of scrutiny.
Paxton’s Texas Impeachment Trial : A Tangled Web of Procedures and Rules
The Senate’s procedural blueprint reveals a trial demanding secrecy and strict decorum. Every senator, acting as a juror, receives a confidential case report and can have legal advice—provided the adviser isn’t a state lobbyist. While motions to dismiss the impeachment articles abound, senators are tasked with voting before even hearing opening statements.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick stands at the procedural helm, navigating a maze of motions and evidence presentation. If Paxton’s motions to dismiss are overturned, the legal saga continues with tight schedules for statements, evidence presentation, arguments, and rebuttals—all shadowed by Texas’ legal standards.
The Gladiator Arena : Key Legal Combatants
The House’s legal cavalry boasts star attorneys: Russell “Rusty” Hardin, Dick DeGuerin, and former Texas Supreme Court Justice Harriet O’Neil. They’re veterans of high-profile cases, having represented figures from NFL stars to U.S. Senators. Their backup? An expert team with vast prosecution and integrity experience.
