Democrats, Texas House and redistricting
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Rep. George Whitesides, a prime GOP target, would be in a bluer district as other Dems pick up more Republican voters.
The Texas House gaveled in at noon with Democratic members present, marking an official end to the quorum break.
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Texas Republicans’ redistricting map: How the GOP could increase its stronghold.
The proposed congressional districts are fueling a redistricting battle at the Texas Capitol and could have national consequences. A bipartisan war is already brewing across the U.S.
Democratic allies say quorum-break drew national attention effectively, as legislature begins second special session to pass redistricting.
The Texas Democrats failed in their effort to stop the Republicans from changing the Congressional maps in Texas, as Democrats in California attempt to also redraw their Congressional maps.
In a battle prompted by President Trump, Texas and California could redraw lines that change whose votes really matter in the 2026 congressional elections.
Many state delegations are already under single-party control. New maps could tighten the partisan grip while decreasing the importance of general elections.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has been careful to not publicly disagree with the Trump administration as it pressures
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