US EditionTexas Capitol evacuated after ‘credible threat’ ahead of Saturday protest
- On Saturday afternoon, law enforcement officials evacuated and closed the Texas State Capitol and surrounding grounds in response to a credible threat aimed at legislators attending the 'No Kings' protest.
- The threat emerged the same day two Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor lawmakers were attacked at home by a suspect disguised as a police officer, prompting increased security measures.
- Officials positioned over 5,000 members of the Texas National Guard across the state, supplemented by 2,000 Department of Public Safety troopers ready to respond if needed, while Austin police planned to test dialogue policing as a means to peacefully handle the protest.
- The protest is scheduled from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Capitol with an expected 10,000 to 15,000 attendees, and DPS plans to clear the grounds promptly at 8 p.m., with Police Chief Lisa Davis emphasizing communication to prevent escalation.
- Organizers and officials expect a peaceful, nonviolent protest opposing the Trump administration while continuing to monitor developments and protect constitutional rights throughout the event.
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Texas authorities arrest a person in connection with a threat to the state Capitol
Arrest made after Texas lawmakers warned of “credible threats” tied to Capitol protest
The Texas Department of Public Safety says it has arrested one person in connection to the “credible threats” made to state lawmakers planning to attend an anti-Trump rally in Austin.
DEVELOPING: State Capitol Evacuated
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) evacuated the Texas State Capitol around 1 p.m. on Saturday due to a “credible threat” directed at state lawmakers. #BREAKING: The Texas Capitol building has been evacuated due to “credible threat toward state lawmakers pic.twitter.com/Y8NJMuhIYU — R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) June 14, 2025 FOX 7 Austin reports: Texas DPS says it evacuated the Capitol and Capitol Grounds around 1 p.m. and is wor…
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