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Texas GOP sues to remove Democrats over redistricting standoff; Paxton targets O’Rourke’s PAC

Texas Republicans are suing to remove 13 House Democrats who fled the state to block a redistricting plan, while Attorney General Ken Paxton also secured a restraining order against Beto O’Rourke’s PAC for allegedly funding the lawmakers’ absence. The Democrats and O’Rourke have countersued, calling the actions political intimidation.
Aug 9, 2025 (05:28)
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