

Episode 4730: Filling Paxton's Seat With A Fully Vetted MAGA Attorney; The Fight Against Newsom
5 snips Aug 25, 2025
Aaron Reitz, a MAGA attorney and candidate for Texas Attorney General, advocates for strong conservative values and the need for a fully vetted candidate to succeed Ken Paxton. Elaine Kalati discusses home rule and the urgent challenges posed by wildfires in California, while Ali Mercado dives into the contentious redistricting under Gavin Newsom's leadership. The trio emphasizes the political strategies necessary to address escalating crime and community safety, urging grassroots mobilization to combat current policies.
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Paxton's Trusted Legal Lieutenant
- Aaron Reitz describes serving as Ken Paxton's deputy and "offensive coordinator" running lawfare against the Biden administration.
- He says Paxton endorsed him to succeed as Texas Attorney General to keep aggressive legal actions going.
State AG As A National Force Multiplier
- Reitz argues the Texas AG office is a force multiplier, leading 600 politically appointed attorneys to wage legal battles nationwide.
- He frames the AG role as more impactful than some federal positions because it projects legal power directly at political enemies.
Integrate Closely With Federal Allies
- Reitz says prioritize deep integration with the Trump administration to advance the America First legal agenda as AG.
- He advises preparing to file and defend lawsuits to block a lawless left-wing administration if Democrats win.