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News Wrap: Texas AG attempts to expel Democrats who left state to block redistricting vote

News Wrap: Texas AG attempts to expel Democrats who left state to block redistricting vote

Summary

The Texas Attorney General is taking steps against Democrats who left the state to stop a vote on a new voting district plan. A large wildfire in central California has expanded to nearly 130 square miles. The House Oversight Committee has requested documents from the Justice Department concerning the case of Jeffrey Epstein.

Key Facts

  • The Texas Attorney General is targeting Democrats for leaving Texas to prevent a congressional map vote.
  • The Democrats left Texas to stop a new redistricting plan from being approved.
  • A wildfire in central California has grown to almost 130 square miles.
  • The fire's rapid growth is a significant concern in the area.
  • The U.S. House Oversight Committee has subpoenaed the Justice Department.
  • The subpoena is about files related to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender.

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