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Paxton sues O’Rourke in Texas redistricting battle

Judge Megan Fahey issued a temporary restraining order stopping Beto O'Rourke's group from funding Democrats who fled Texas to block redistricting, citing violations of campaign finance laws.

  • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit in the state Supreme Court seeking to remove 13 Democratic lawmakers from office, claiming they have 'abandoned' their duties and obstructed House business.
  • Paxton also sued Beto O’Rourke, alleging that his group, Powered by People, improperly funded the absent Democrats.
  • The lawsuit states O’Rourke promised to cover expenses for Democrats who broke quorum, which Paxton calls an abandonment of constitutional responsibilities.
  • This legal action comes amid a week-long standoff that has paralyzed the Legislature during a special session.
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