Texas Lawmakers Face Pressure and Protests Over School Vouchers

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is pressuring House Republicans to pass legislation that would allow state funds to be used for private school options, or face potential primary challenges in the upcoming elections. Abbott's push for "school choice" has faced opposition in the House, but he is determined to broker a breakthrough during the third special session. The stakes are high, as Abbott has threatened to call a fourth special session if the legislation does not pass. School choice advocates, including Abbott and Senator Ted Cruz, are prepared to back primary challengers to House Republicans who oppose their agenda.