https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/ken-paxton-underwear-investigation-chemicals-b3063517.htmlTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into clothing companies, including Fruit of the Loom and Hanes, over their potential use of “toxic chemicals” in children’s underwear.Paxton, a Trump-endorsed candidate for U.S. Senate in the midterms, announced the probe Tuesday, weeks before Election Day.He added: “While these processes can be cheaper and more convenient for manufacturers, concerns have been raised about their potential effects on consumers’ health, especially for children.”A representative for Gildan Activewear, which owns Hanes, told Reuters said it will cooperate with the investigation, noting that it complies with strict sourcing and manufacturing standards. “We remain committed to providing safe, high-quality products for consumers," the representative said.While Trump has endorsed Paxton and campaigned with him Wednesday in San Antonio, the men have at times appeared critical of each other.In a leaked September audio recording obtained by Politico, Paxton complained that he did not feel “in control” of his campaign and “what issues are going to matter because it’s all coming, you know, from D.C.” A campaign adviser later said he was referring to super PACs.Paxton also privately told donors and lobbyists last month that Trump's war against Iran and the resulting spike in fuel costs were damaging his electoral chances, Axios reported. His campaign described it as “a non-story.”Trump has also described Paxton as a “pain in the a**” and mocked his physical appearance.
