Texas Democrats 'undeterred' following bomb threat at Illinois hotel
Share this @internewscast.com


() Two Democratic Texas lawmakers were evacuated from a hotel outside of Chicago on Wednesday morning after an apparent bomb threat.

“In response to the threat, 400 people were immediately evacuated and the area was secured as bomb squad units conducted their investigation,” the St. Charles Police Department said in a statement.

Texas state Reps. John Bucy of Austin and Ann Johnson of Houston fled to Illinois in protest of the Republican-backed redistricting map plans. Many Texas House Democrats left the state Sunday to prevent a vote on the newly drawn maps.

“This morning, a threat was made against the safety of the members of the Texas House Democratic Caucus. We are safe, we are secure, and we are undeterred,” caucus leaders said in a statement. 

“This is what happens when Republican state leaders publicly call for us to be ‘hunted down.’ Texas Democrats won’t be intimidated,” Bucy said in a statement on X.

The bomb threat follows comments from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and other Republican leaders.

“Democrats in the Texas House who try and run away like cowards should be found, arrested, and brought back to the Capitol immediately. We should use every tool at our disposal to hunt down those who think they are above the law,” he said in a statement on X.

Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, also sent a letter to FBI Director Kash Patel requesting help to “locate or arrest potential lawbreakers who have fled the state.”

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Job Hiring Plans Hit Their Lowest Point Since 2009, Report Reveals

(NewsNation) — In September, U.S. employers reported a decrease in job cuts,…

Trump slashes billions from green energy budgets in states won by Harris

The Trump administration is cutting billions of dollars for green energy projects,…

Huge Blaze Breaks Out at Chevron Refinery Near Los Angeles

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (NEXSTAR) A fire erupted at the Chevron oil refinery…

Celebrating 13 Years: Oxford Exchange as Tampa’s Beloved Hub for Food, Culture, and Community

Oxford Exchange 420 West Kennedy Boulevard Open Daily ABOUT OXFORD EXCHANGE Mad…

Companies might offer bonuses to recently married employees to encourage marriage.

An Ohio legislator has put forward a proposal for a state income…

Trump Sets Sunday Evening Deadline for Hamas to Accept Gaza Peace Proposal or Face Consequences

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced a deadline for Hamas to accept…

Homicide Ruling Raises Questions for Family After Denver Inmate’s Death

DENVER (KDVR) A Lakewood mother is getting an update months after her…

Manchester’s Jewish Community Feels Abandoned by Britain Following Violent Synagogue Incident

MANCHESTER – Despite poor weather conditions, a large crowd gathered Friday to…

Dashcam Footage Captures Gunshots During High-Speed Car Pursuit

Internet Explorer 11 is not supported. To ensure the best experience, please…

New Bar with Atomic Bomb Theme Opening on Tybee

TYBEE ISLAND, Ga. () – Tybee Island is introducing a new cocktail…

Trump Aligns with Project 2025, Leveraging Shutdown to Advance Its Objectives

NEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump is openly embracing the conservative…

Tony Shalhoub delves into world cultures through the lens of bread in his new CNN series ‘Breaking Bread.’

NEW YORK – Making bread requires flour, water, salt, and typically a…