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On the recordAugust 4, 2025
Any Democrat who ‘solicits, accepts, or agrees to accept’ such funds to assist in the violation of legislative duties or for purposes of skipping a vote may have violated bribery laws.
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Greg Abbott
Republican · Texas

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Abbott discussing potential legal consequences for Democrats seeking funds to evade legislative duties.

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