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Texas AG Sues Dallas Over Police Funding Violations

2/14/2026

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  • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas alleging it violated Proposition U, which requires a 4,000-officer police force and 50% of excess revenue for police funding.
  • Paxton claims the city misreported its excess revenue as $61 million instead of the estimated $220 million.
  • Dallas officials have not commented on the suit.
  • The lawsuit seeks to ensure compliance with the charter and enhance public safety.