They do this all the time. Maybe Biden should call their bluff, execute his powers as Commander in Chief, and order the National Guard in Texas to turn on State Police.

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    Set Texas adrift and you’ll see some real invaders from the south.

    That would be the ‘finding out’ part.

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      Unfortunately I think we have too much federal infrastructure in Texas to make it that simple.

      NASA is one thing that comes to mind. (Houston would have a pretty big problem then)

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      And the US would have no obligation to help unless they decide to sign a defence treaty.

      It’s like brexit all over again, but even more stupid.