Former President Donald Trump made candid remarks regarding Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton while campaigning in Texas and Oklahoma. Despite having endorsed Paxton, Trump referred to the attorney general as "a pain in the ass" and acknowledged that he is "a little controversial."

These comments are notable for their bluntness, as they were delivered by a candidate about a political figure he has officially supported. The remarks occurred during a series of campaign events as the election cycle enters its final weeks. While Trump’s endorsement of Paxton remains in place, the public nature of these comments highlights a complex dynamic between the former president and the Texas official. The Hill reports that these statements were made while Trump was discussing his own political experiences, though the specific context surrounding why he labeled Paxton in this manner remains limited to these brief, informal quips.