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Four protesters were arrested by Texas DPS on August 18

Texas DPS said the protesters refused to leave the Texas House Chamber

They were arrested and charged with criminal trespass

AUSTIN, Texas - Four protesters were arrested after refusing to leave the Texas Capitol grounds Monday night.

What happened?

What we know:

According to Texas DPS, on August 18, the Texas State Senate adjourned at 10 p.m. and all visitors were told the Texas Capitol building would be closing at 10:30 p.m.

A group of protesters who were protesting in front of the House Chamber were told to leave by 10:30 p.m. or face criminal charges for trespassing.

Photo of the four protesters who were arrested. Credit Pooja Sethi

DPS said after several warnings, four protesters refused to leave and follow

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