February 5, 2016 5:22 PM

Judge denies American Phoenix Foundation effort to move Bresnen suit out of Austin

"Texas law empowers the public to ensure that the privilege of operating as a non-profit is not abused,” Bresnen said.

A state district court judge has rejected an effort by the American Phoenix Foundation to move a lawsuit against it out of Travis County. Attorney and lobbyist Steve Bresnen has filed suit against the foundation in an attempt to view its financial records.

Many political observers have questions about who is funding the foundation, which has been secretive about its donors. Quorum Report readers will recall that this is the group who clandestinely filmed lawmakers during the 2015 session in the Texas Capitol and other locations as well.

By Scott Braddock