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Texas Rep. Collier Protests Redistricting Amid Felony Threats

8/22/2025

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Texas Rep. Nicole Collier ended a call with Democratic leaders after being warned about potential felony charges for participating from a bathroom.
She contended that Texas' redistricting plan violates the Voting Rights Act, negatively impacting minority voters.
Outrage ensued from Democrats, including Sen. Cory Booker and Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Upon returning to the legislature, strict security measures prompted Collier to protest on the House floor, but the redistricting maps were approved.

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Texas Rep. Nicole Collier ended a call with Democratic leaders after being warned about potential felony charges for participating from a bathroom.
She contended that Texas' redistricting plan violates the Voting Rights Act, negatively impacting minority voters.
Outrage ensued from Democrats, including Sen. Cory Booker and Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Upon returning to the legislature, strict security measures prompted Collier to protest on the House floor, but the redistricting maps were approved.