Texas and California joust for political advantage, with Trump power and US House majority in play
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Texas House Rep. Daniel Alders, R - Tyler, stands at his desk during with empty chairs belonging to House Democrats remain empty in the State Capitol, Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Rodolfo Gonzalez)Texas House Rep. Joe Moody, D - El Paso, stands at the back of the House Chambers with empty chairs belonging to House Democrats protesting a redistricting map at the State Capitol, Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Rodolfo Gonzalez)
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Texas House Rep. Daniel Alders, R - Tyler, stands at his desk during with empty chairs belonging to House Democrats remain empty in the State Capitol, Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Rodolfo Gonzalez)