

Episode 4685: Texas Plan To Arrest And Vacate The Seats Of Dems Who Fled Texas
Aug 5, 2025
Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, joins Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, former HHS Chief of Staff Brian Harrison, and political commentator Julie Kelly to dive into the intense political showdown in Texas. They discuss the repercussions of Democratic lawmakers fleeing the state, examining redistricting strategies and the fight to maintain political power. The guests highlight the need for Republican assertiveness amid shifting demographics and emphasize the implications these conflicts have for national governance.
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Demand Democrats Return to Legislature
- Texas Democrats who fled to avoid voting should return to uphold their duties or face legal consequences.
- Lawmakers must participate in legislative processes and resolve disputes through democratic means.
Texas Democrats' Quorum Break Tactic
- Texas Democrats fled the state to block a vote on redistricting, effectively shutting down legislative progress.
- Attorney General Ken Paxton aims to legally remove absent lawmakers and possibly arrest them to restore order.
Unprecedented Arrest Plan in Texas
- The plan to arrest Democrats hiding out of state to break quorum is unprecedented and still evolving.
- Texas law enforcement, including potentially Texas Rangers, will be mobilized to ensure legislative attendance.