Texas Democrats Resist Abbott's Threats, Vow to Stand Firm in Fight Against GOP Over Election Maps

Texas Democrats are standing firm in their opposition to Governor Greg Abbott's recent actions. In response to Abbott's threats to remove their legislative seats and impose fines over their decision to break quorum and prevent the passage of certain election maps for the 2026 midterms, the Democrats have taken refuge in Illinois hotels, resilient in their stance. Senator Gene Wu addressed CNN's John Berman, criticizing Abbott's tactics. Wu stated, "Today marks a pivotal moment to end Greg Abbott's corruption. This misconduct has persisted for too long." He further emphasized public dissatisfaction with politicians who make promises but fail to deliver, suggesting Abbott is upset because he's been caught in such behavior. Abbott's threats are based on his interpretation of an Attorney General opinion—an advisory, not a binding law—that he deems justification for his actions. Wu dismissed Abbott's legal reasoning, suggesting he misreads such opinions, and boldly declared, "Democrats are saying, come and take it." When asked if Abbott might succeed in removing their seats, Wu responded confidently, "That's just bluster—sound and fury signifying nothing." While the ultimate outcome...