Texas GOPâs Map Dreams Hit a Democrat Brick Wall
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In a classic Texas showdown, the House failed to hit quorum, tanking a GOP attempt to snag five new congressional seats. Democrats pulled the legislative emergency brake, forcing a standstill. As the article put it, House Democrats 'forced a legislative standstill,' proving sometimes you gotta break the rules to stop the map's rigging. This episode screams big 'We canât play if you cheat' energyâbecause apparently, democracy needs a timeout when the old white men in suits want extra seats instead of fair play.
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Source: Feeds | Published: 8/4/2025 | Author: Liz Baker
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