Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Senate filings raise federal ethics violation concerns

A review of Ken Paxton’s latest federal financial disclosure reveals several potential violations of ethics law. He reported owning seven homes but indicated no rental income, despite evidence that six are leased to tenants. The filing also fails to list mortgages on three Utah golf-resort condos, which federal rules require as liabilities.

Valuations of his properties, including an Oklahoma lodge and a Fort Worth-area land parcel, were dramatically increased, raising questions about accuracy. Experts warn the gaps hinder voters’ ability to assess conflicts of interest as Paxton runs for U.S. Senate. The pattern follows earlier state-level nondisclosures during his tenure as attorney general. His campaign declined comment, while opponents cite the disclosures in attack ads.