Ken Paxton threatens to sue City of Dallas over State Fair of Texas gun policy

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Ken Paxton threatens to sue City of Dallas over State Fair of Texas gun policy
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says the City of Dallas has 15 days to make the State Fair of Texas reverse its new gun policy or he'll sue.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says he will sue the City of Dallas if they don't take steps to make the State Fair of Texas reverse a new policy banning guns from the fairgrounds.Last week, the State Fair announced that guns would be banned at this year's fair, with an exception for credentialed active and retired peace officers.In the past, the fair allowed licensed gun owners to carry weapons.The State Fair of Texas leases Fair Park from Dallas during the 24 days of the event.

The State Fair argues its status as a private, not-for-profit organization allows for them to ban guns."We are aware that the Texas Attorney General’s Office sent a letter to the City of Dallas about the recent announcement concerning firearms at the annual State Fair.

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