Isaiah Martin, who is running for Houston’s congressional seat, was arrested during a protest against Republican-led redistricting efforts at the Texas Capitol. Misdemeanor charges were dropped shortly after, and Martin now plans to testify at University of Houston’s redistricting hearings. His arrest has become a contested symbol of political retaliation.

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