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Can Governor Abbott have Democrats arrested when they return to Texas?

He says he will have them arrested and brought back to the capitol so the voting restrictions can be passed, and his argument is that legislators have to show up to work just like everyone else. But is it legal to arrest someone and force them to go to the capitol? And since when is it a crime to not show up for work? Are Americans workers or slaves?

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SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M

They were elected to serve in the legislature. There is a big vote coming up, and all signs point to it passing. The Democrats don't want that, so they are absconding in an attempt to delay, or prevent the legislature doing its job, and passing bills for the state of Texas.

They can absolutely be arrested. I don't think they can be tossed in jail, but arrested and brought back to Texas to do their duty?

Yep.

https://twitter.com/BorisEP/status/1414974720169107458

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SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M

@CopperCicada I don't know, I was commenting on the question about the Texas legislature. Does Oregon law address this the way Texas law does? Look that up and you should have your answer.

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SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M

@CopperCicada I haven't researched the incident you are referring to so I am not comfortable commenting on it.

Do you feel some sort of way about it? Is that why you brought this up?

SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M

@CopperCicada So we done here? I see you haven't responded...

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SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M

@CopperCicada

OK.

Well this situation is more of a publicity stunt, then some sort of dereliction of duty. You think its feasible to impeach and recall a motley crew of legislators from all over the state? Its expensive and difficult.

These people aren't fleeing permanently, its a political ruse.