Texas Democrats Face Arrest As Voting Bill Passes Senate

The transcript discusses a protest at the state capitol aimed at blocking Republican voting restrictions. Despite a Supreme Court ruling allowing the arrest of lawmakers refusing to return, Democrats remain undeterred. The GOP's voting measure passed the Senate after a lengthy filibuster and is now headed to the Texas House. Democrats express their commitment to defending democracy and protecting constituents from the bill's impact.

What action did Democrats take to prevent Republicans from passing voting restrictions?

• They organized a protest march.

• They filed a lawsuit.

• They flooded the state capitol.

• They held a press conference.

What was the state Supreme Court's decision regarding lawmakers who refused to return to the legislature?

• They could be fined.

• They could be suspended.

• They could be arrested.

• They could be impeached.

How did Democrats react to the arrest warrants issued against them?

• They left the state.

• They remained undeterred.

• They decided to negotiate.

• They were intimidated.

What was the outcome of the GOP-backed voting measure in the Senate?

• It was rejected.

• It was postponed.

• It was amended.

• It passed after a filibuster.

What concern did a Democratic leader express about the GOP bill?

• It would lead to job losses.

• It would reduce healthcare benefits.

• It would disproportionately harm certain constituents.

• It would increase taxes.