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Houston, prepare for these downtown road closures for President Trump's MAGA rally
With President Trump set to hold a campaign rally for Republican Senator Ted Cruz at Toyota Center on Monday, October 22, Houston police say full street closures in and around the area are in effect. If you're not going to the rally, and you don't live or work nearby, you're advised to avoid the area.
The following street closures for Trump's visit started at 8:30 pm Sunday, October 21, and will take place until 10:30 pm Monday, October 22:
Full street closures
Polk Street between Austin Street and Chartres Street
Clay Street between Austin Street and Hamilton Street
Bell Street between Austin Street and Chenevert Street
La Branch Street between Dallas Street and Leeland Street
Crawford Street between Dallas Street and Polk Street
Jackson Street between Polk Street and Leeland Street
Detour routes
Chartres Street northbound
Capitol Street westbound
Caroline Street southbound
Leeland Street eastbound
Passenger drop-off/pick-up zone
All ride-share vehicles and private drop-offs/pick-ups will be at Caroline Street at Leeland Street.
METRO
Metro buses 40, 41, Orange, and Green Links will be re-routed for the event. Check the Metro App or Houston Metro's website for schedules. Metro Rail services will operate on a regular schedule.
Event entry line
The line to enter the event will start on Crawford Street at Dallas Street. The line will be directed by security at the Toyota Center.
Check out the City of Houston interactive map.
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