FBI officials say bureau has 'no legal authority' to arrest fleeing Texas Democrats: MSNBC
A boast by Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) that the FBI will intercede and take into custody Texas Democratic lawmakers who have fled the state to avoid a controversial gerrymandering bill, was shot down by MSNBC's Ken Dilanian on Thursday morning.
On X, Cornyn wrote that FBI Director Kash Patel, "... has responded to my request to assist state & local law enforcement locate the runaway Texas House Democrats and investigate potential offenses. Thank you Director Patel for your swift response & action!"
According to Dilanian, Cornyn's comments should be taken with a grain of salt....
Aug 07, 2025