Texas House Democrats returned to the Capitol this week, touting their two-week quorum break as a success “beyond their wildest dreams” and pledging to advance the fight against a redistricting bill that could net Republicans five congressional seats in next year’s midterm elections.

Democratic leaders from coast to coast ripped Texas state Republicans on Wednesday for approving a new Congressional map that gives the GOP an opportunity to net five additional House seats in next year’s midterm elections.

In a bold move against House Speaker Dustin Burrow's' recent policy, Texas Democrats are taking a stand. Representative Nicole Collier leads the charge, having been confined to the House chamber since Monday for rejecting the mandatory security escort requirement.