Texas Democrats' Walkout: Funding Fight for Democracy | JQJO

Texas House Democrats, led by Gene Wu, left the state to block a Republican-backed redistricting plan. Their walkout, potentially lasting weeks or months, is funded by small-dollar donations, contributions from Beto O'Rourke's group, Powered by People, and the Democratic Caucus. Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating possible bribery, while Democrats emphasize the importance of protecting democracy. Lawmakers face potential fines but insist the costs are worth preventing gerrymandering that favors Republicans. Support is coming from various Democratic groups, including the DNC, offering financial and logistical aid.