DALLAS — Democratic members of the Texas House of Representatives have fled the state to break quorum and put an end to Gov. Greg Abbott’s special-called session .

The Democrats are trying to delay or stop Republicans’ attempt to pass a congressional map that is more favorable to Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Republicans released the proposed map last week, which reshapes districts approved by the legislature in 2021 and could flip five districts to favor Republicans. President Donald Trump directed Texas leaders to find five seats for Republicans ahead of the special session.

After the proposed map passed out of committee last week, Democrats were left with few options to prevent its passing. As the minority party, Democratic legislators don’t have the politi

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