Texas Democrats say they'll return to Austin once California unveils its redrawn congressional map

Texas House Democrats are edging closer to ending a nearly two-week walkout that's blocked Gov. Greg Abbott and his Republican allies from redrawing the state's congressional maps to favor the GOP in the 2026 midterms, the Associated Press reports. In a statement provided to the AP, the Democrats said they'll return to the state once the current special session ends and California, a blue state, releases its own proposal for redistricting its congressional seats. While both developments are expected Friday, the Dems didn't say what day they plan to come back.