Texas Democrat Rep. Nicole Collier protests GOP police escort by staying overnight in Capitol
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Texas Rep. Nicole Collier is challenging her detention inside the Capitol after refusing a police escort to leave, alleging illegal restraint. She and other Democrats left the Capitol to delay redistricting votes, and Collier's legal action seeks her immediate release, highlighting tensions over legislative procedures amid ongoing redistricting efforts.
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