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Texas Politics · TexasRepublican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says he will begin trying to remove Democratic lawmakers from office Monday if they don’t return after dozens of them left the state in a last-resort attempt to block redrawn U.S. House maps that President Donald Trump wants before the 2026 midterm elections.See the Story
Texas Democrats leave state in bid to stop new congressional map
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Nancy Mace · South CarolinaRepublican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina has launched a campaign for the state’s gubernatorial primary in 2026. She released a video announcement on Monday including a graphic that reads, “Nancy Mace for Governor.” She also posted the graphic on social media.
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Republican Rep. Nancy Mace launches campaign for South Carolina governor
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Texas Politics · TexasGovernor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety to arrest Texas House Democrats who have left the state, accusing them of abandoning their responsibilities.
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Governor Abbott orders arrest of absent Texas House Democrats
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