Summary
Texas Democrats stopped a vote on new congressional district maps by leaving the state. Without enough lawmakers present, the Texas House of Representatives could not continue their meeting. The governor threatened to remove some Democrats from office.
Key Facts
- Texas Democrats left the state to stop a vote on redistricting.
- The Republican-led Texas House could not meet because too few members were present.
- The redistricting aimed to help Republicans in future elections.
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott made threats to remove some Democrats.
- The event halted legislative business in the Texas House.
