Unleashing Chaos: The Enterprise Melts Down Over Paxton's Impeachment

The impeachment proceedings against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton have taken a dramatic turn, exposing conflicts of interest, coercion, and compromised integrity. With connections to influential figures like Senator Ted Cruz and significant financial support from The Enterprise, the unfolding saga casts doubt on the fairness of the upcoming trial.

Startling revelations of quid pro quo, threats, and financial debts add fuel to the controversy. As the spotlight turns to key individuals associated with The Enterprise, concerns about conflicts of interest further taint the proceedings. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick faces a pivotal moment in preserving justice and impartiality. The outcome of the Paxton impeachment trial will have far-reaching implications for accountability in public office and the trust of the Texan public.

The Faustian Bargain: Ted Cruz Aligns with The Enterprise in Support of Ken Paxton

Senator Ted Cruz, who has received significant financial support from The Enterprise, came forward to endorse Paxton. Notably, key donors have contributed more than $15,000,000 to one of his presidential super PACs.

"The state's 'top cop' is on the take"

Johnson affirmed that Paxton has a consistent track record of leveraging the Attorney General's office for financial gain. According to the committee's findings, Paxton accepted approximately $40,000 worth of tile countertops, rather than granite, in what appears to be a trade-off for an unredacted FBI search warrant, which he then provided to the subject of the investigation.

This alarming instance of quid pro quo raises a compelling question: If $40,000 secures access to a classified, un-redacted FBI search warrant, what could be obtained with $750,000?

the embattled Attorney General of Texas, is ensnared in a substantial financial debt owed to Defend Texas Liberty PAC.

The stunning revelation unfolded when Ken Paxton, the embattled Attorney General of Texas, issued a "correction" to his campaign finance report dated October 31, 2022. This correction, made on May 15, 2023, exposed an astonishing debt of $750,000 owed by Paxton to Defend Texas Liberty PAC.

"Once he has learned he is caught, he will often lean on political friends"

This lines up with Scorecard Confessions previous reporting found here, here, and here.

"Delay the processes he could to avoid the courtroom"

Another consistent tactic that we've covered:

According to the GI report, the panel concluded that the Law Firm of Tony McDonald advised Representative Slaton's 5 male staffers to obstruct their investigation.

"And lie to public for almost a decade, thinking his re-elections serve as the ultimate get out of jail free card"

Misrepresenting, or outright lying, is a hallmark of RPT Chair Matt Rinaldi, former Texas Scorecard employee Cary Cheshire, and Jonathan Stickland.

"We see that same M.O now, with complaints about the process and the refrain of 'I haven't had a chance to tell my story.'"

"There are others. There are those who are not yet brave enough to come forward, and we won't judge them. Because it's almost like, 'Why would you?' This guy has been manipulating the processes for almost a decade, spreading false narratives and seemingly making himself untouchable. We see that same M.O now, with complaints about the process and the refrain of 'I haven't had a chance to tell my story.'"

"I guess it is hard to walk into a committee and claim nobody has asked you any questions or looked at process if this sucker's still sitting on your website. It is gone."

It appears that Paxton tried to spoliate evidence once he became aware of the General Investigation Committee's inquiry.

The Enterprise and Paxton Dodge Facts, Rely on Procedural Arguments

In his closing statement on the Articles of Impeachment, GI Chairman Andrew Murr emphasized a crucial point: Texas House members supported by The Enterprise were focusing on procedural theories while avoiding any challenge to the investigation's factual findings.

This clear avoidance aligns with The Enterprise's playbook, as previously documented by Scorecard Confessions, revealing several different variations of how they avoid addressing uncomfortable truth.

On Saturday, 23 members of the Texas House of Representatives voted against impeaching Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Out of the 23 Texas House members who opposed the impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton, 10 of them were recipients of over $1,580,000 in contributions combined from 19 key financiers associated with The Enterprise:

When examining the collective sum of contributions made by these financiers to various candidates and political action committees (PACs), the average amount received per candidate/PAC is approximately $69,000.

Interestingly, the House members who opposed the Paxton impeachment have received significantly higher contributions from The Enterprise compared to the average amount received by others.

Paxton took away one of The Enterprise' arguments

Ken Paxton and his group of supporters attempted to argue that the impeachment against him was "illegal" since his alleged criminal activities occurred before his most recent re-election.

However, this argument holds no weight and lost even more credibility when it was revealed that Paxton had been contacting Texas House members prior to the impeachment vote, issuing threats if they voted in favor of his removal.

Prior to the vote on Paxton's impeachment, Representative Charlie Geren revealed to the House that the Committee had been informed about the Attorney General personally contacting members and issuing threats.

In response to Paxton's actions, Representative Eddie Morales took the initiative to amend the impeachment resolution, including charges of jury tampering and intimidation targeting both House and Senate members.

There is no information available regarding any ongoing investigations into Stickland's PAC, Texas Scorecard, or other entities associated with The Enterprise for engaging in similar activities.

Ultimately, Paxton's attempt at extortion severely undermined his argument against impeachment, as the act of tampering with juries and threatening elected officials provides ample grounds for impeachment, resonating with sensible and logical Texans.

McDonald continues to claim GI made "false statements" about his clients obstructing the Slaton investigation

Surprisingly, it appears that we are expected to just accept McDonald's claims at face value, even though he has had ample time to provide supporting information to bolster his accusations. It has been nearly three weeks since McDonald made these charges, and yet he has failed to present any concrete evidence or even the letter he mentioned, further undermining the credibility of his claims.

Without a doubt, McDonald seems to possess an unwavering belief in his own legal prowess, as if Texans should automatically bestow their trust upon him. It's remarkable how consistently accurate he has been in his previous prognostications. From boldly denouncing Paxton's impeachment as illegal, fervently championing Kari Lake's unfounded claims of election rigging, to adamantly asserting Paxton's innocence in his securities fraud case, McDonald has amassed an impressive collection of legally dubious opinions. It's truly astonishing how he expects everyone to unquestioningly rely on his judgments, even in the absence of any tangible evidence.

He also had the honor of representing the individual allegedly associated with the enigmatic figure known as "Q" in the infamous QAnon conspiracy theory:

Tony McDonald, an attorney for the Fiscal Index Foundation, electronically signed the Public Information Report. McDonald's other clients have included Ron Watkins, a central figure in the "QAnon” movement who is widely believed to be “Q.” - The Texas Voice

With such illustrious associations, one can't help but marvel at McDonald's profound legal acumen.

Time-Honored Coercion: The Enduring Tactics of The Enterprise's Extortion

The Enterprise's history of employing extortionate tactics towards Texas legislators is well-documented. In the CNN documentary titled "Deep in the Pockets of Texas," released last year, former Texas Scorecard employee Zach Maxwell unveiled the veiled threats that legislative members would receive from Ferris Wilks, one of The Enterprise's prominent financiers.

Stickland and Scorecard turn up extortion heat

Stickland engaged in a continuous pattern of making coercive threats, both before and after the vote on Paxton's impeachment. These threats often involved potential financial repercussions or incentives, depending on how they were perceived, in the event of Paxton's impeachment.

Multiple sources, speaking to Scorecard Confessions, have disclosed that Stickland, similar to Paxton, resorted to making phone calls to House members, using intimidation tactics in the last 72 hours.

Scorecard Confessions is actively working towards acquiring the recorded conversations of Stickland's phone calls, during which these threats were made. We are committed to promptly releasing these recordings once they are in our possession.

Stickland Can't Help But Make Repugnant Remarks

Jonathan Stickland's assertion that the impeachment of Ken Paxton is a "lynching" is deeply offensive and unacceptable. Comparing a legitimate political process to the historical violence and racism of lynchings is highly disrespectful and perpetuates racial insensitivity. Such language undermines the severity of past atrocities and shows a lack of empathy and understanding. It is essential to condemn such remarks strongly and promote respectful dialogue to foster a more inclusive society.

Capitalizing on Fear: Texas Scorecard Allies Seize the Opportunity for Xenophobia

"The Vaccine" Made the Texas House Impeach Paxton

The Enterprise and their axis of allies have a history of resorting to flailing narratives, as previously reported by Scorecard Confessions. In a notable instance, RPT Legislative Priorities Chairman Jill Glover attempts to justify the Republican Party of Texas (RPT) not issuing a condemnation statement against Bryan Slaton before his expulsion by using the opportunity to "compliment the House."

... and then RPT abandoned their own justification, pretending they didn't suggest such a thing a mere 12 hours later.

The recent argument presented by The Enterprise, which seeks to connect the impeachment of Ken Paxton to "The Vaccine," is not just absurd; it is a downright insult to the intelligence of their audience. Witnessing a group that supposedly champions "personal accountability and responsibility" stoop to such patronizing and intellectually demeaning non-sequiturs is both astonishing and cringe-worthy.

To suggest that the impeachment of Paxton can be attributed to a completely unrelated factor like "The Vaccine" demonstrates a lack of respect for the critical thinking abilities of their audience. It is embarrassing to witness such a feeble attempt to manipulate and undermine the intelligence of those who seek genuine understanding and meaningful discourse.

The irony is striking that a group claiming to uphold personal accountability and responsibility would resort to such flimsy and condescending claims. By presenting such irrational arguments, they not only undermine their own credibility but also reveal a profound disrespect for the intellect of their audience.

RPT Chair Rinaldi and The Enterprise feel pretty confident Paxton will get a "fair" trial in the Senate

RPT Chair Rinaldi and The Enterprise exude a notable level of confidence in the expectation of a "fair" trial for Paxton in the Senate. It is intriguing to observe this unwavering assurance, suggesting that they anticipate a favorable outcome resulting in the acquittal of the disgraced Attorney General.

Considering their relentless efforts involving persistent text messages, phone calls, and coercive tactics directed towards House members in the past 72 hours, we couldn't help but wonder why they now appear more assured about their influence in the Senate. We believe we may have an insight into the reason behind their confidence.

Conflicts of Interest Surrounding 3 Key Individuals, Including the Judge and 2 Jurors, Linked to The Enterprise's Influence

According to the Texas Constitution, a two-thirds majority is required for a conviction in an impeachment trial, which is based on the total number of Senate members, 31 in this case.

However, there are significant concerns that need to be addressed:

• Angela Paxton, who is alleged to have received a bribe in the form of "tile, not granite" on behalf of her husband, the defendant in the impeachment trial, has a direct conflict of interest.
• The mistress involved in Ken Paxton's affair, who subsequently became employed by Nate Paul, initially worked for Senator Donna Campbell.

In a traditional court of law, both of these Senators would be disqualified as jurors due to their conflicts of interest.

Currently, two possible scenarios exist regarding their role in Ken Paxton's trial:

1. They are present but do not vote due to their glaring conflicts of interest.
2. They vote, compromising the integrity of the jury and raising concerns about jury nullification.

Neither option ensures a fair and impartial trial. Even if both Senators are present but refrain from voting, their mere presence constitutes 2 out of the 31 votes. It is conceivable that both Senators would vote to acquit Paxton, given their conflicts of interest in his favor.

Looking at the numbers:

100% divided by 31 Senators equals each Senator's vote being 3.2% out of 100%.

A two-thirds majority (66%) is required for conviction. Both Senators with conflicts of interest account for 6.44%. Technically, this would mean that 72% would be needed to convict Paxton.

But there's another concern—the judge.

Patrick, like Paxton, has received millions of dollars in campaign contributions from the financiers of The Enterprise. These donors have also contributed substantial amounts to candidates directly and through PACs, including the 23 House Members who voted against Paxton's impeachment. Furthermore, the financiers have supported PACs that have made millions of phone calls and sent text messages to Texas citizens, encouraging harassment and intimidation of members of the Texas House and Senate. There are allegations of personal threats made by leaders of these PACs to legislators.

There is a valid suspicion about whether Patrick can truly be fair and impartial during an impeachment trial, as there is a reasonable argument that his own integrity may be compromised.

A Tapestry of Influence: Dissecting the Interplay of Relationships in Texas Politics

The intricate web of connections and revelations surrounding Ken Paxton's impeachment, the support from The Enterprise, and Ted Cruz's endorsement highlights the complex and questionable nature of Texas politics. Throughout this article, we have delved into the depths of Paxton's alleged wrongdoings, the influence of financial backers, and the implications of political alliances.

The evidence presented by the General Investigating Committee paints a damning picture of Paxton's alleged abuse of power and his financial entanglements. The quid pro quo transactions, the staggering debt owed to Defend Texas Liberty PAC, and the attempts to obstruct the impeachment process all point to a lack of integrity and ethical conduct.

Furthermore, the connection between Ted Cruz and The Enterprise, even without explicit mention of financial support, raises questions about the motivations behind his support for Paxton. While Cruz may argue that it is based on shared political ideology, the association with a group embroiled in controversy and allegations of undue influence inevitably taints his endorsement.

The notion of a Faustian Bargain looms large in this narrative, with individuals seemingly willing to compromise principles for personal gain or political power. It is a sobering reminder of the potential compromises made in pursuit of success and the erosion of public trust in the process.