US lawmaker Greg Casar ends thirst strike after nine hours
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Greg Casar calls off his protest over a law to end some protections for outdoor workers in Texas.

A US congressman ended a food and water strike protest over a Texas law overriding protection for people working outdoors in intense heat after nine hours.

Texas Democrat Greg Casar's "thirst strike" hoped to highlight the need for rules around outdoor working.

Temperatures have been soaring...

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