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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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