Texas Judge Tightens Grip on Beto O’Rourke, Halting Fundraising Efforts Amid Redistricting Battle
A Texas judge has broadened a restraining order against former congressman Beto O’Rourke and his political organization, Powered by People, over its fundraising activities aimed at supporting Democratic state lawmakers who left Texas. This maneuver was intended to hinder a legislative session focused on congressional redistricting. Tarrant County Judge Megan Fahey, affiliated with the conservative Federalist Society and a former president of the Fort Worth Republican Women’s Club, issued a detailed order on Saturday. The ruling stipulates that O’Rourke and his organization are prohibited from transferring money out of Texas. Fahey determined that such fundraising … Read more