The impeachment trial of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has begun, with charges including bribery and abuse of power. Paxton's legal team has filed motions to dismiss the charges, arguing that voters were aware of the allegations and still reelected him. During the trial, 24 members of the Senate voted against dismissing the charges. Paxton is accused of abusing his office to help a friend and political donor, Nate Paul. Witnesses and lawmakers involved in the case have faced political pressure to remain silent or support Paxton. Paxton's defense attorney disputed allegations of benefiting from his relationship with Paul. The trial is expected to last a couple of weeks.