Overview

• On June 10, Rep. Wesley Hunt offered federal assistance and warned that Houston’s rally was one of more than 1,800 potential riots planned nationwide
• Mayor Whitmire and Judge Hidalgo formally rejected Hunt’s offer on June 11, saying local agencies are fully capable of safeguarding peaceful demonstrations
• Hidalgo defended her trade mission in Paris as vital for promoting Harris County’s technology economy despite criticism over her absence
• The Houston Police Department and Harris County Sheriff’s Office said they are coordinating with protest organizers and stand ready to maintain order at the No Kings gathering
• Gov. Greg Abbott has placed the Texas National Guard on standby in case of unrest, but local officials say federal forces will not be needed