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Ken Paxton announces deployment of 'Elec­tion Day Rapid Response Legal Team'

The Attorney General's Office said the team will be equipped to "enforce Texas election laws and take immediate action on any contingencies".

AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has deployed an "Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team" in major counties in Texas ahead of election day, the Attorney General's Office announced on Monday, Nov. 4.

According to the Attorney General's Office, the team will monitor day-of election activity and address litigation arising from the election if necessary.

The team will reportedly be equipped to "enforce Texas election laws and take immediate action on any contingencies, including issues seen in previous cycles such as ballot shortages, extended polling location closures and improper extension of voting hours," the Attorney General's Office said.

Paxton said the office will also prepare to take defensive action against activist groups who "might attempt to influence the election through litigation".

The Attorney General's Office said the team will coordinate with the Texas Secretary of State to ensure that "all issues are addressed immediately, and that Texas elections are fair and secure."

Paxton has previously filed lawsuits against Travis and Bexar Counties, alleging unlawful voter registration, and demanded citizenship data from the Biden-Harris Administration on voters in Texas.

“There is no issue more important and more fundamental to our nation than election integrity,” said Paxton in a press release. “Our Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team will be on the frontline on Nov. 5. We will defend the ballot box from any bad actors seeking to unduly influence or illegally undermine Texas elections.”

If you suspect an election violation, you may contact the OAG tipline at illegalvoting@oag.texas.gov

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