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Congresswoman Escobar's Town Hall Rescheduled for Tonight at Chapin High School

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U.S. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar will conduct a Town Hall meeting at Chapin High School this evening at 6 p.m. The event was originally planned for Saturday but was rescheduled due to her extended stay in Washington D.C. for a critical vote on funding for the Department of Homeland Security and TSA. This meeting provides an opportunity for constituents to engage with Escobar and discuss local issues. ABC-7 will cover the event and provide a detailed report later tonight.

Key Details: • Town Hall starts at 6 p.m. tonight • Location: Chapin High School • Originally scheduled for Saturday, rescheduled due to Congresswoman's voting obligations • ABC-7 will air a full story on the event at 10 p.m.

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