Democrats Still Out of State as Texas House Fails to Reach Quorum Again

Texas House Redistricting Standoff — Day 2 Summary: For the second straight day, the Texas House failed to reach a quorum after dozens of Democrats fled the state. Their walkout is aimed at blocking Republican redistricting plans that could eliminate five Democratic U.S. House seats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Key Developments

 ðŸ”¹ Quorum Blockade Continues Democrats remain out of state, preventing the House from conducting business. GOP leaders say they will attempt another quorum vote on Friday. Pro forma sessions are planned for Wednesday and Thursday. 

 ðŸ”¹ GOP Pushback Speaker Dustin Burrows signed civil arrest warrants for absent Democrats. Gov. Greg Abbott ordered state officials to detain them upon return. AG Ken Paxton warned Democrats could have their seats declared vacant if they don’t return by Friday. Experts note arrest warrants cannot be enforced outside Texas.

 ðŸ”¹ Democrats Hold Their Ground State Rep. Ramón Romero says arrest would be a “small price to pay.” DNC Chairman Ken Martin called the GOP plan an attempt to “cheat” and vowed to “fight fire with fire.” 🔹 Trump Weighs In Donald Trump claims Republicans are “entitled to five more seats” in Texas. Defends gerrymandering, citing similar actions by blue states. 

 ðŸ”¹ Broader Political Landscape California and other Democratic-led states are pursuing their own redistricting efforts to gain seats. The fight in Texas mirrors a nationwide battle over congressional maps before the 2026 midterms.
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