Judge restrains Beto O'Rourke's group from sending funds to Democrats outside Texas
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A Texas judge expanded a restraining order against Beto O'Rourke and his political organization, Powered by People, prohibiting them from sending money outside Texas. This decision, made by Judge Megan Fahey, was based on concerns that the fundraising activities posed imminent harm to the state, violating the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act. Fahey also ordered that financial platforms, such as ActBlue, may not transfer any property or funds related to O'Rourke's organization. O'Rourke stated that his group has contributed over $1 million to Texas Democrats amid their legislative walk-out concerning congressional redistricting.
The Texas judge expanded a restraining order against Beto O'Rourke's political organization, barring any transfers of funds outside the state to prevent imminent harm to Texas.
Judge Megan Fahey stated that O'Rourke's fundraising activities violate the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act, warranting judicial intervention due to potential irreparable injury.
O'Rourke's organization, Powered by People, has donated over $1 million to Texas Democrats to support them during a legislative walk-out regarding congressional redistricting.
The order restricts financial institutions, including ActBlue, from transferring funds belonging to O'Rourke or his organization, affecting their fundraising efforts.
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