State of Texas - October 1, 2023

For the first time since the impeachment verdict, we hear from whistleblowers who reported Ken Paxton to the FBI. Blake Brickman speaks with Ryan Chandler about the plan to push forward with their wrongful termination lawsuit. Meanwhile, some state senators are pushing back on accusations that political pressure influenced the Senate’s decision to acquit Paxton. Ryan interviews State Sen. Paul Bettencourt about his response to the criticism and concerns about outside influence. Plus, DPS patrols in Austin have led to more arrests, but is that actually reducing crime? Investigator Brianna Hollis looks closer at concerns about a court backlog brought on after the apprehensions, and a possible solution. State of Texas is a statewide, in-depth program focused solely on Texas politics. Produced at KXAN in Austin and airing in 14 markets across the state, the show gives viewers greater perspective on the Texas Legislature, state policy and elections.