Texas Department of Public Safety closes Capitol grounds following 'credible threat' to lawmakers
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The Texas Department of Public Safety announced on X that they have evacuated the Texas Capitol building and surrounding grounds.

The evacuation came after Texas DPS discovered a credible threat to lawmakers.

The same lawmakers who were threatened were planning on attending a protest later today.

Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick took to X to emphasize the importance of taking precautions and taking the threat seriously. “I advise everyone to follow the Texas Department of Public Safety’s warnings and take necessary measures until the threat has been neutralized,” Patrick stated on X. “Earlier today, a credible threat was reported that aimed to potentially harm members of the Texas Legislature at the Capitol.”

Patrick also said on X that while lawmakers receive threats and emails monthly, each must be taken seriously.

“There’s a difference between free speech complaints, which we welcome, and making death threats. The latter can be a crime. What happened today in Minnesota was an absolute criminal act and a tragic loss of life. Our prayers go out to those in Minnesota,” Patrick said on X.

Protests are currently happening throughout the country.

The day is being described as a “day of defiance” against President Donald Trump and his allies.

Anti-Trump protesters march in DC

Protesters march during a No Kings rally in Washington, D.C., Saturday, June 14, 2025. The demonstration is taking place at the same time as a parade marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. (David Dee Delgado for Fox News Digital)

These protestors say they are defending democracy and are opposed to what they call Trump’s “authoritarian” rule. 

These protests come on the same day Trump has planned the 250th anniversary parade of the army in Washington D.C.

The Texas DPS is currently working with their law enforcement partners to investigate the matter.

Fox News Digital’s Michael Dorgan contributed to this story.

Nick Butler is a reporter for Fox News Digital. Do you have any tips? Reach out to Nick.Butler@Fox.com.

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