Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies as Thousands Protest GOP Map in Austin
Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies as Thousands Protest GOP Map in Austin More than 5,000 individuals converged on the Texas Capitol in Austin yesterday, Saturday, August 16, to vehemently protest the Republican-backed congressional redistricting plan. The contentious proposal, which organizers claim is designed to bolster Republican advantage in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, has ignited a fresh wave of political tension in the state. The proposed new electoral map is projected to secure at least five additional seats for Republicans in…