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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.

  • A Texas district court granted a temporary restraining order against Beto O'Rourke and his group, Powered by People, blocking them from fundraising for Democrats who left Texas to avoid voting on a redistricting bill.
  • Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit claiming O'Rourke's fundraising practices violated state law and harmed Texas consumers.
  • Judge Megan Fahey stated that the defendants engaged in deceptive practices and that their actions could irreparably harm the state if not restrained.
  • O'Rourke responded, asserting that the lawsuit aimed to silence his efforts in fighting for voting rights and free elections.
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Judge rules Beto O’Rourke can’t raise money for quorum-breaking Dems as Texas AG seeks their removal

A Tarrant County judge has blocked former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke from financially contributing to Texas Democrats who fled the state to prevent the passage of new congressional maps.

·Denton, United States
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