Abbott's petition identified Gene Wu as the "ringleader" in the Democrats' "hijacking of Texas government."

A vote on the proposed maps had been set for Monday in the Texas House of Representatives.

Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott ordered the arrest of Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to block a Republican redistricting plan.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the arrest Monday of House Democrats after they fled the state to prevent a quorum and a vote on proposed redistricting maps.

Abbott's petition identified Gene Wu as the "ringleader" in the Democrats' "hijacking of Texas government."

"There must be consequences," says the governor as Democrats insist they will not return to Texas.

Gov. Greg Abbott filed an emergency petition with the Texas Supreme Court to have Rep. Gene Wu removed from office.