The left was on full display at the Texas Capitol during the first session of Congress earlier this week. From 2023 onwards.
Perhaps the most notable moment was when a Democratic-leaning Republican became Texas state speaker, despite Republicans having a sizable majority in the state Legislature.
“I was honored to take the oath of office on behalf of the 92nd Congressional District based on the historic Koran.”
Immediately after 2 rounds State Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) easily defeated Rep. David Cook (R-Mansfield) by a vote total of 85-55. The Texas House of Representatives is made up of 88 Republicans and 62 Democrats, but the majority of Burroughs' votes came from Democrats, 46-39.
“Every member. Every member will have a voice,” Burrows said after his win. “Every district. Every district will have a seat at the table.”
Burroughs replaces Dade Phelan, a controversial Republican who was not only seen as a Democratic supporter. cause of democracy But who was equal? condemned He was indicted by his own party after persistently pushing for the impeachment of Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Mr Paxton, who lobbied on Mr Cook's behalf in the 2025 speaker election, issued a statement after Mr Burrows was declared the winner.
Removing the disgraced and corrupt Dade Phelan as Speaker of the House is a positive step for the state of Texas. His close ally, Dustin Burrows, was elected with the support of most Democrats after refusing to respect the rules of the Republican caucus.
Republican voters in Texas have made it clear they want conservative legislation to pass this Congress. Chairman Burrows and his leadership team ensure timely passage of all conservative legislative priorities; [our] Achieving a safer and more prosperous state. That's what Texas Republicans are counting on.
Burroughs' selection wasn't the only demonstration of the left on Tuesday. Shortly after taking the oath of office, U.S. Rep. Benton Jones (D-Dallas) proposed to his same-sex partner Gregory Scott Jr. on the floor of the House. According to NBC NewsJones got down on one knee and Scott tearfully accepted the engagement ring.
Jones, the first openly gay state representative, also shared the news in a public statement. “Today, I renewed my commitment to serve my community with courage, faith, and love. I made a promise to those who have stood next to me every step of this journey,” Jones said. Ta.
“At a time when our love and our very existence are challenged, often in the halls of this building, this moment reminds us that love conquers all.”
One of Jones' Democratic colleagues, Salman Bhojani, a Muslim from Pakistan, congratulated the new Congress for a different reason. Once again, he based his oath of office on the Koran rather than the Bible.
“I was honored to take the oath of office for the second time to represent the 92nd Congressional District based on the historic Quran. This sacred document will carry us through the aisles for the betterment of Texas. Inspired me to work beyond. As the 89th Congress begins, I say this: I am committed to advocating for everyone,” Bhojani posted. did ×add a photo that captures the moment.
Tuesday will be the second time Bhojani has sworn in the Quran, the first being two years ago. “This is 217 years old. I was the first person to swear on the Quran. This was…the first copy of the Quran printed in English on the American continent in history,” he once boasted in a speech. online interview With Progress Texas.
H/T: Jason Whiteley
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