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Texas Democrats Flee to Block GOP Redistricting

Texas Democratic lawmakers have taken a bold step, leaving the state in an effort to prevent the passage of the Republican party's controversial redistricting plan.

The Strategy: Denying a Quorum

By denying the state legislature a quorum, the Democrats hope to stall the vote on the bill. This action highlights the intense political battles surrounding redistricting in Texas.

Republican Plan's Impact

The Republican redistricting plan is expected to solidify their control in the state for the next decade. This has fueled fierce opposition from the Democratic party.