The fight over redistricting in Texas has led to the state attorney general calling for the arrest of former congressman Beto O'Rourke (D) over his support of the fleeing Democrats.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton accused O'Rourke of violating state laws by deceiving donors to his political action committee and using the donations to help Democrats avoid a vote in the legislature.
'Defendants are raising and utilizing political contributions from Texas consumers to pay for the personal expenses of Texas legislators, in violation of Texas law.'
"Robert and his unlawful influence scheme, Powered by People, have deceived donors, bought off Texas politicians, and unlawfully assisted runaway Democrats in avoiding arrest," reads a press release from Paxton that was issued Friday.
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