Texas Democratic lawmakers leave the state to protest congressional maps, while Republicans condemn their actions during a special session. Major speaks with Texas Democratic State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer and Republican State Rep. Brian Harrison to understand both sides of the argument. Plus, with just over a year away from the midterms, we’re in the midst of campaign season. South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace is running to replace Governor McMaster’s seat, while Liam Elkind challenges his own representative Jerry Nadler in New York. Major interviews them both on their reason to run. All that and more on The Takeout!

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