Texas Redistricting Hearing Sparks Outrage Over Absent Congressional Maps
Texas Redistricting Hearing Sparks Outrage Over Absent Congressional Maps A Texas House redistricting committee hearing in Houston on Saturday, July 26, 2025, erupted in sharp criticism from Democratic members and frustrated residents over the committee’s failure to present any proposed congressional redistricting maps for review. Hundreds of Texans had gathered at the University of Houston’s campus, many signing up to offer testimony, only to find no specific plans available to discuss. State Rep. Senfronia Thompson, D-Houston, directly challenged Committee Chair…