[Miami Rebel]

“It’s a federal matter because one state (Illinois) is interfering with the legitimate operations of another state (Texas) with the consent and active involvement of its Governor (Pritzker).”

Interference in anther state’s “legitimate operations” is a pretty loosey-goosy claim. If the Texas legislature thinks that the Democrats’ flight is a crime, let them make that claim in a Texas court.

[Political Junkie Too]

18 U.S.C. § 1951 (Hobbs Act): Prohibits interference with commerce through extortion or conspiracy, which could apply to preventing legislative action affecting interstate commerce.

18 U.S.C. § 1752: Prohibits intentional disruption of government business, which extends to state legislative functions when they affect federal interests.

18 U.S.C. § 595: Prohibits interference by government employees (including state officials) with electoral or governmental processes.

Article IV Section 4 guarantees to the states a republican form of government. Illinois enabling Democrats to block the republican form of government in Texas is unconstitutional interference in another state's government.

-PJ