In a surprising turn of events in Texas politics, State Senator Angela Paxton has filed for divorce from her husband, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. This filing, made in Collin County, marks the end of their 38-year marriage and cites "biblical grounds" along with "recent discoveries" as reasons for the split. Notably, the divorce papers accuse the Attorney General of adultery, a claim that echoes past controversies from his time in office. Court documents reveal that the couple has been living apart since June 1, 2024.

Angela Paxton, a Republican representing District 8 in the Texas Senate, took to social media to share her decision, highlighting her view of marriage as a "sacred covenant" and mentioning her efforts to seek reconciliation. However, given the "recent discoveries," she felt that staying in the marriage was no longer honoring to God or loving to herself, her children, or Ken. While she didn’t go into detail about these "discoveries," they align with the adultery claims in the court filings, sparking a lot of speculation about what led to the breakdown of their marriage.

In response, Ken Paxton suggested that the divorce stems from the relentless scrutiny and "countless political attacks" he has endured. He expressed pride in the family they built and asked for prayers and privacy as they start this "new chapter." The timing of the divorce adds another layer of complexity to Ken Paxton's already rocky political career, which has been overshadowed by a high-profile impeachment trial in 2023 that included allegations of an extramarital affair. Although he was acquitted during that trial, the revival of these allegations in the divorce proceedings could have significant political consequences.

This personal upheaval is poised to impact the political landscape, particularly as Ken Paxton is reportedly considering a challenge to U.S. Senator John Cornyn in 2026. The divorce, with its explicit claims of infidelity from his deeply religious wife, could undermine his "family values" image and potentially alienate a portion of his conservative base, including evangelical voters who have previously stood by him despite his legal challenges. The unfolding legal proceedings and any further revelations are likely to keep the Paxtons in the political spotlight for the foreseeable future.