Texas Rep. Lloyd Doggett will no longer run for reelection to his seat if Republicans' redrawn House map isn't shot down in court.

Texas state Rep. Gene Wu joined a private strategy call on Thursday with Democratic leaders from other GOP-led states that might also redraw their maps.

James Talarico's office defended accepting Republican billionaire funds while proposing a $10,000 cap on campaign contributions to Texas state lawmakers.

Texas Democrats are joining a colleague who can't leave the state Capitol because she won't agree to having law enforcement officers shadow her.

The move will allow Republicans to move forward with their plan to redraw Texas' congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The Texas House gaveled in at noon with Democratic members present, marking an official end to the quorum break.

Democrats are searching for a leader to take on President Trump. Gov. Gavin Newsom embraced that role with new online trolling and a proposed gerrymander to counter a GOP power play in Texas.

Legislators in Texas make $600 a month or $7,200 per year, plus a per diem of $221 for every day of a full session, including during special sessions. For a full regular session, the payout would be $30,940 for each lawmaker.