Representative Hakeem Jeffries has accused Texas Governor Greg Abbott of intentionally postponing a special election in Houston's Democratic district. This delay is seen as a tactic to maintain the slim Republican majority in the House amid budget negotiations expected to include cuts to Medicaid. Jeffries contends that Abbott is denying Houston residents their rightful representation to aid Republican interests, particularly as the House Republicans are facing legislative challenges and potential electoral losses with key Democratic seats up for grabs in the upcoming elections.
Hakeem Jeffries accused Texas Governor Greg Abbott of intentionally delaying a special election in Houston to benefit House Republicans and bolster their slim majority.
Jeffries condemned Abbott's actions as a systematic approach to deny representation to Houston residents while facilitating budget cuts favored by Trump.
The slim majority in the House is causing apprehension among Republicans, motivating Abbott to manipulate the timeline of elections to secure their position.
Two Democratic seats, one vacated by former Representative Sylvester Turner, are critical as House Democrats face potential losses amid a politically charged environment.
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