Former Paxton Aide and Whistle-Blower Appears in Ad Endorsing Rival Talarico

David Maxwell has appeared in a political advertisement. The former staffer is endorsing Talarico over Ken Paxton. Maxwell previously worked in the Texas attorney general’s office. He was one of the whistle-blowers who accused Paxton of abusing power. Those allegations ultimately led to Paxton's impeachment. Despite the accusations and subsequent impeachment proceedings, Paxton was acquitted. The new advertisement brings these past events back into the political spotlight. The endorsement marks a notable development in the ongoing political dynamics.