Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker told Newsmax on Monday that Texas lawmakers may have a unique legal path, unlike the one available during his state’s 2011 walkout, to remove Democrats who fled the state to prevent voting on new congressional maps.

Walker discussed the legislative standoff in Texas during an appearance on “The Record With Greta Van Susteren.” Walker, now president of Young America’s Foundation, recounted similarities to Wisconsin’s legislative walkout of 14 years ago, highlighting differences that could let Texas take more aggressive measures.

Texas Democratic lawmakers recently fled to Chicago to block quorum requirements for a vote on redrawing congressional district maps. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered their arrest upon returning to the state, saying Democrats “abandoned their duty” and are “holding hostage critical legislation.”

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