Texas Democrats Confirm Return as Abbott Prepares for Second Special Session on Redistricting
Texas Democrats Confirm Return as Abbott Prepares for Second Special Session on Redistricting
Texas House Democrats, who previously left the state to prevent a vote on new congressional maps, are confirming their return to Texas. This signals the imminent conclusion of the first special session and the likely immediate commencement of a second.
Sources close to the legislators indicate a loose plan for their return this weekend. However, a spokesperson for the Texas House Democratic Caucus emphasized that their travel decisions remain fluid and are contingent on the actions of Governor Greg Abbott and Republican leadership regarding legislative priorities, particularly flood victim relief over redistricting.
The Democrats are claiming victory in derailing the initial special session, stating they have “killed this corrupt special session on behalf of Texas families.” Concurrently, Governor Abbott and House Speaker Dustin Burrows have affirmed that the first special session will officially adjourn on Friday, August 15, if the Democrats do not return by then. Governor Abbott has vowed to immediately call a second special session, reiterating his commitment to passing the new maps and indicating he will continue to call sessions as long as necessary to achieve this goal.
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