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Texas’ New Congressional Map Immediately Challenged with Lawsuit Alleging Racial Bias

Texas’ New Congressional Map Immediately Challenged with Lawsuit Alleging Racial Bias

Texas’ New Congressional Map Immediately Challenged with Lawsuit Alleging Racial Bias Hours after the Texas Senate approved a new congressional map on Saturday, a lawsuit has been filed against Governor Greg Abbott and Secretary of State Jane Nelson, alleging the redrawn districts are racially discriminatory and violate voter protection laws. The controversial legislation, which Governor Abbott has vowed to “swiftly” sign into law, aims to bolster Republican representation in Congress. The 67-page complaint, brought by 13 Texas residents, argues that…

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California and Texas Intensify Redistricting Battles Ahead of 2026 Midterms

California and Texas Intensify Redistricting Battles Ahead of 2026 Midterms

California and Texas Intensify Redistricting Battles Ahead of 2026 Midterms With the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon, California and Texas are locked in a high-stakes struggle to redraw U.S. House maps, a process that could significantly reshape the political landscape. The contentious practice of redistricting, often referred to as gerrymandering, is once again taking center stage as both states seek to gain a partisan advantage. Texas initiated its moves following a directive from former President Donald Trump, urging Republican-controlled…

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Political Showdown: California Democrats Push Back on Redistricting as Texas Approves New Maps

Political Showdown: California Democrats Push Back on Redistricting as Texas Approves New Maps

Political Showdown: California Democrats Push Back on Redistricting as Texas Approves New Maps California Democrats are poised to take a pivotal step today, August 21, towards redrawing their congressional maps, a direct counter-move to new maps recently approved by Republicans in the Texas House. Lawmakers in both states are on the cusp of finalizing their controversial redistricting efforts, setting the stage for significant political shifts. In California, the state Assembly and Senate are scheduled to consider a package of bills…

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Texas House Approves Contentious GOP Congressional Map, Lawsuits Expected

Texas House Approves Contentious GOP Congressional Map, Lawsuits Expected

Texas House Approves Contentious GOP Congressional Map, Lawsuits Expected AUSTIN, TX – The Texas House of Representatives on Wednesday evening, August 20, 2025, passed a new Republican-favored congressional map following a contentious special session. The controversial redistricting plan aims to significantly reshape the state’s political landscape by potentially flipping five Democratic-held seats, primarily through merging existing Democratic districts in key urban areas like Houston, Austin, and Dallas-Fort Worth, and making two Rio Grande Valley districts more competitive for Republicans. The…

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Texas House Advances Controversial GOP Congressional Map Amid Fierce Opposition

Texas House Advances Controversial GOP Congressional Map Amid Fierce Opposition

Texas House Advances Controversial GOP Congressional Map Amid Fierce Opposition The Republican-controlled Texas House is moving swiftly today, August 20, 2025, to advance a contentious new congressional map designed to secure up to five additional U.S. House seats for the GOP. This unusual mid-decade redistricting effort comes under direct pressure from President Donald Trump, aiming to bolster the Republican Party’s slim majority in Congress ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Democrats have vehemently opposed the plan, characterizing it as an…

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Texas Redistricting Standoff Concludes: Democrats’ Walkout Ends as Special Session Closes

Texas Redistricting Standoff Concludes: Democrats’ Walkout Ends as Special Session Closes

Texas Redistricting Standoff Concludes: Democrats’ Walkout Ends as Special Session Closes The contentious special legislative session in Texas, marked by a dramatic walkout of Democratic lawmakers to block a Republican-proposed redistricting plan, concluded on August 19, 2025. For weeks, dozens of Texas House Democrats defied Governor Greg Abbott and the state GOP, remaining outside the state to prevent a quorum and halt the passage of new congressional maps designed to favor Republicans. The standoff saw escalating tensions, with Governor Abbott…

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Texas Redistricting Standoff: Rep. Nicole Collier Defies Escort, Stays Overnight in Capitol

Texas Redistricting Standoff: Rep. Nicole Collier Defies Escort, Stays Overnight in Capitol

Texas Redistricting Standoff: Rep. Nicole Collier Defies Escort, Stays Overnight in Capitol State Representative Nicole Collier (D-Fort Worth) spent Monday night, August 18, and much of Tuesday, August 19, on the Texas House floor, refusing a mandatory police escort imposed by Republican leadership. Her defiance comes as Democratic lawmakers return to the Capitol after a two-week walkout aimed at blocking a GOP-backed congressional redistricting plan. Speaker Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) mandated round-the-clock police escorts for Democrats who participated in the walkout,…

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Texas House Advances Controversial Congressional Maps After Democratic Return

Texas House Advances Controversial Congressional Maps After Democratic Return

Texas House Advances Controversial Congressional Maps After Democratic Return A contentious bill proposing new congressional maps in Texas moved closer to becoming law Monday evening, after the Texas House of Representatives’ redistricting committee voted to advance it. This crucial step clears the way for the legislation to be considered on the House floor, signaling a significant victory for Republicans. The breakthrough came earlier Monday when the House finally achieved a quorum, ending a two-week standoff with Democratic lawmakers who had…

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Texas Lawmaker Stages Overnight Protest Against GOP’s Escort Mandate

Texas Lawmaker Stages Overnight Protest Against GOP’s Escort Mandate

Texas Lawmaker Stages Overnight Protest Against GOP’s Escort Mandate Democratic Texas State Representative Nicole Collier made a powerful statement overnight, staging a protest on the Texas House floor after refusing a Republican demand for a law enforcement escort. Her defiance comes as Texas House Democrats, who had previously fled the state to prevent a vote on a contentious GOP redistricting plan, returned to the Capitol in Austin on Monday, August 18th. Upon their return, House Speaker Dustin Burrows imposed strict…

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Texas Democrats Conclude Two-Week Standoff, Return for Redistricting Vote

Texas Democrats Conclude Two-Week Standoff, Return for Redistricting Vote

Texas Democrats Conclude Two-Week Standoff, Return for Redistricting Vote After a two-week absence, Texas Democrats have ended their legislative walkout and returned to the state capitol. Their return concludes a prolonged political standoff initiated to block contentious redistricting legislation. The move clears the path for lawmakers to proceed with a vote on the highly anticipated bills, which are expected to reshape the state’s electoral maps for the coming decade. Details surrounding the terms of their return and the immediate impact…

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Texas Democrats Return Amidst High-Stakes Redistricting Battle

Texas Democrats Return Amidst High-Stakes Redistricting Battle

Texas Democrats Return Amidst High-Stakes Redistricting Battle Texas Democratic lawmakers who previously fled the state to prevent a Republican-led redistricting plan are now making their way back, sources familiar with the situation told CBS News. Their return follows a period where they successfully denied a quorum, temporarily derailing Governor Greg Abbott’s special legislative session aimed at redrawing congressional maps. The GOP’s redistricting initiative seeks to create five additional Republican-leaning House seats ahead of the 2026 midterms. Despite threats of arrest…

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Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies as Thousands Protest GOP Map in Austin

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…

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Texas Political Standoff Escalates: Abbott Calls Second Special Session Amidst Democratic Walkout

Texas Political Standoff Escalates: Abbott Calls Second Special Session Amidst Democratic Walkout

Texas Political Standoff Escalates: Abbott Calls Second Special Session Amidst Democratic Walkout Governor Greg Abbott has immediately called a second special legislative session in Texas, less than two hours after the first overtime round concluded Friday without progress, as most House Democrats remain out of state, denying a quorum. The new session is set to tackle virtually the same stalled agenda, with redistricting and disaster response at the forefront of the Governor’s priorities. Other items include stricter regulations on consumable…

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Obama Condemns Texas GOP Redistricting as ‘Systematic Assault on Democracy’ Amid Ongoing Legislative Standoff

Obama Condemns Texas GOP Redistricting as ‘Systematic Assault on Democracy’ Amid Ongoing Legislative Standoff

Obama Condemns Texas GOP Redistricting as ‘Systematic Assault on Democracy’ Amid Ongoing Legislative Standoff Former President Barack Obama has forcefully entered the ongoing debate over redistricting, labeling Republican efforts in Texas to redraw congressional maps as a ‘systematic assault on democracy.’ Speaking during a recent Zoom call with Texas House Democrats, Obama commended their resistance to the GOP’s push to secure potentially five additional US House seats through new maps. In a 30-minute conversation, portions of which were obtained by…

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Newsom Prepares California Redistricting Counter-Strike Amid Texas Gridlock

Newsom Prepares California Redistricting Counter-Strike Amid Texas Gridlock

Newsom Prepares California Redistricting Counter-Strike Amid Texas Gridlock California Democrats are on the verge of launching a significant counter-offensive against Republican efforts to redraw congressional districts for political advantage, a move that could shape the upcoming 2026 midterm elections and the balance of power in Washington. Governor Gavin Newsom’s office has signaled a major state announcement for Thursday, as national tensions escalate over mid-decade congressional map changes. The anticipated action from California comes in direct response to Texas Republicans’ plans,…

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Texas Democrats Confirm Return as Abbott Prepares for Second Special Session on Redistricting

Texas Democrats Confirm Return as Abbott Prepares for Second Special Session on Redistricting

Texas Democrats Confirm Return as Abbott Prepares for Second Special Session on Redistricting Texas House Democrats, who previously left the state to prevent a vote on new congressional maps, are confirming their return to Texas. This signals the imminent conclusion of the first special session and the likely immediate commencement of a second. Sources close to the legislators indicate a loose plan for their return this weekend. However, a spokesperson for the Texas House Democratic Caucus emphasized that their travel…

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Newsom Declares California’s New Congressional Maps Will ‘End Trump Presidency’ Amid National Redistricting Battle

Newsom Declares California’s New Congressional Maps Will ‘End Trump Presidency’ Amid National Redistricting Battle

Newsom Declares California’s New Congressional Maps Will ‘End Trump Presidency’ Amid National Redistricting Battle California Governor Gavin Newsom has made a bold declaration, stating that the state’s upcoming congressional maps are designed to “END THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY” and secure Democratic control of the U.S. House of Representatives. His aggressive stance comes as California prepares to release draft maps this Friday, August 15, 2025. Newsom’s comments, delivered in a style reminiscent of former President Donald Trump’s social media posts, target the…

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Texas Gridlock: Abbott Vows Immediate New Special Session After Lawmakers Fail on Maps

Texas Gridlock: Abbott Vows Immediate New Special Session After Lawmakers Fail on Maps

Texas Gridlock: Abbott Vows Immediate New Special Session After Lawmakers Fail on Maps Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced he will immediately convene another special legislative session, following declarations from House Speaker Dustin Burrows and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick that the current overtime session will adjourn this Friday. The decision comes as the Legislature remains deadlocked, unable to pass any new laws, primarily due to Texas House Democrats having left the state last week. The Democrats’ quorum break was initiated…

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Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies: Democrats Flee State, Abbott Orders Arrests Amid Quorum Blockade

Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies: Democrats Flee State, Abbott Orders Arrests Amid Quorum Blockade

Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies: Democrats Flee State, Abbott Orders Arrests Amid Quorum Blockade A high-stakes political showdown is unfolding in Texas as Democratic lawmakers have fled the state, effectively blocking a Republican-led effort to redraw congressional maps that could significantly shift the balance of power in the U.S. House. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has escalated the crisis, ordering state law enforcement to locate, arrest, and return the absent Democratic members to the Capitol. The legislative impasse began when House Democrats,…

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Texas Democrats’ Walkout Continues: Redistricting Fight Escalates Amid Threats and Legal Battles

Texas Democrats’ Walkout Continues: Redistricting Fight Escalates Amid Threats and Legal Battles

Texas Democrats’ Walkout Continues: Redistricting Fight Escalates Amid Threats and Legal Battles Texas Democratic lawmakers remain in an unprecedented standoff, having left the state a week ago in a desperate bid to thwart Republican efforts to redraw congressional maps. As the special legislative session nears its end in 10 days, the Democrats, currently scattered across Illinois, Massachusetts, and New York, face mounting uncertainties and escalating pressure from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who vows to call “special session after special session”…

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Paxton Escalates Texas Redistricting Battle, Seeks Expulsion of 13 House Democrats

Paxton Escalates Texas Redistricting Battle, Seeks Expulsion of 13 House Democrats

Paxton Escalates Texas Redistricting Battle, Seeks Expulsion of 13 House Democrats Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has dramatically intensified the state’s contentious redistricting standoff, filing a petition with the Texas Supreme Court on Friday to expel 13 House Democrats. The unprecedented legal action targets lawmakers who left the state in an effort to block the passage of a new congressional map designed to benefit Republicans. The petition names prominent figures, including House Democratic Caucus Chair Gene Wu, alongside 12 other…

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Texas Legislative Crisis Deepens: Paxton Sues to Remove Fleeing Democrats

Texas Legislative Crisis Deepens: Paxton Sues to Remove Fleeing Democrats

Texas Legislative Crisis Deepens: Paxton Sues to Remove Fleeing Democrats Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has escalated the ongoing legislative standoff, filing a lawsuit with the Texas Supreme Court on Friday to remove 13 state House Democrats who fled the state to block a Republican-led redistricting session. This action follows a missed 1 p.m. Friday deadline for absent Democrats to return, which prevented the House from reaching a quorum. Paxton’s suit targets specific members, including State Reps. Ron Reynolds, Vikki…

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Judge Blocks Beto O’Rourke’s Financial Support for Out-of-State Texas Democrats

Judge Blocks Beto O’Rourke’s Financial Support for Out-of-State Texas Democrats

Judge Blocks Beto O’Rourke’s Financial Support for Out-of-State Texas Democrats A Tarrant County judge has issued a temporary injunction barring former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke and his political organization, Powered by People, from financially supporting Texas Democrats who left the state to prevent a new congressional map from passing. The ruling, handed down Friday evening, came less than four hours after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit alleging deceptive fundraising practices and illegal support for the out-of-state legislators….

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Texas House Standoff Deepens: Democrats Maintain Walkout Amid Escalating GOP Threats

Texas House Standoff Deepens: Democrats Maintain Walkout Amid Escalating GOP Threats

Texas House Standoff Deepens: Democrats Maintain Walkout Amid Escalating GOP Threats AUSTIN, Texas — The political standoff in the Texas House of Representatives intensified this week as Democratic lawmakers continued their walkout, preventing the chamber from reaching a quorum for a third consecutive time. This ongoing defiance aims to block a vote on contentious congressional voting maps, a key objective of former President Donald Trump and a major flashpoint in the national redistricting battle. Despite stern warnings from Texas Republicans,…

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Texas Escalates Quorum Fight: Paxton Seeks Illinois Court’s Help to Force Absent Democrats’ Return

Texas Escalates Quorum Fight: Paxton Seeks Illinois Court’s Help to Force Absent Democrats’ Return

Texas Escalates Quorum Fight: Paxton Seeks Illinois Court’s Help to Force Absent Democrats’ Return Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and House Speaker Dustin Burrows have dramatically escalated their efforts to restore legislative quorum, formally asking an Illinois court to enforce arrest warrants against Democratic lawmakers who fled the state. The Democrats absconded to Illinois and other states to prevent the passage of a controversial GOP-backed congressional map, aiming to deny the Texas House the minimum number of members required for…

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Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies as Democrats Maintain Quorum Break, Sparking National Fallout

Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies as Democrats Maintain Quorum Break, Sparking National Fallout

Texas Redistricting Battle Intensifies as Democrats Maintain Quorum Break, Sparking National Fallout A high-stakes political showdown is gripping Texas as Democratic state lawmakers continue their dramatic walkout, fleeing the state to prevent the passage of a controversial new congressional map. The proposed map, which critics say is designed to guarantee the Republican Party five additional seats in the U.S. House of Representatives for the 2026 midterm elections, has ignited a national debate over the future of redistricting and democratic fairness….

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FBI Acknowledges Request to Locate Absent Texas House Democrats Amid Standoff

FBI Acknowledges Request to Locate Absent Texas House Democrats Amid Standoff

FBI Acknowledges Request to Locate Absent Texas House Democrats Amid Standoff The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has confirmed it is responding to a request from Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) for assistance in locating Texas House Democrats who have left the state. The Democrats’ departure is part of an ongoing political standoff aimed at preventing a quorum for voting on contentious legislation, including a redistricting bill. This development comes as the legislative dispute intensifies, with Governor Greg Abbott previously threatening…

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Breaking: Texas AG Ken Paxton Launches Probe into Beto O’Rourke’s Group Over Democrat Quorum Break Funding

Breaking: Texas AG Ken Paxton Launches Probe into Beto O’Rourke’s Group Over Democrat Quorum Break Funding

Breaking: Texas AG Ken Paxton Launches Probe into Beto O’Rourke’s Group Over Democrat Quorum Break Funding Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated a formal investigation into Beto O’Rourke’s political organization, Powered by People. The probe centers on allegations that the group illegally funded Texas Democrats who traveled out of state, attempting to block the passage of new Republican-favored congressional maps by depriving the House of a quorum. Paxton, in a press release, accused Powered by People of operating a…

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Texas Redistricting Showdown Intensifies: Abbott Seeks Lawmaker’s Removal as Quorum Battle Looms

Texas Redistricting Showdown Intensifies: Abbott Seeks Lawmaker’s Removal as Quorum Battle Looms

Texas Redistricting Showdown Intensifies: Abbott Seeks Lawmaker’s Removal as Quorum Battle Looms The political standoff over redistricting in Texas has reached a critical juncture, with Governor Greg Abbott pushing for the immediate removal of State Representative Gene Wu as the special legislative session attempts to reconvene Friday. Abbott, a Republican, has formally petitioned the Texas Supreme Court to declare Wu’s office “forfeited” after the Democratic lawmaker, along with others, left the state to deny the quorum needed to vote on…

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Texas Redistricting Battle Escalates: Gov. Abbott Sues to Remove Rep. Gene Wu Amid Quorum Break

Texas Redistricting Battle Escalates: Gov. Abbott Sues to Remove Rep. Gene Wu Amid Quorum Break

Texas Redistricting Battle Escalates: Gov. Abbott Sues to Remove Rep. Gene Wu Amid Quorum Break A major constitutional clash is unfolding in Texas as Governor Greg Abbott has filed an emergency petition with the state’s Supreme Court, seeking to remove State Representative Gene Wu from office. The unprecedented legal action comes after Wu and other Democratic lawmakers left Texas, effectively halting Republican efforts to redraw congressional district lines. Governor Abbott’s lawsuit, submitted Tuesday, contends that Rep. Wu, who chairs the…

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Texas Redistricting Standoff Escalates: Democrats Evade Quorum, Abbott Orders Arrests, Trump Weighs In

Texas Redistricting Standoff Escalates: Democrats Evade Quorum, Abbott Orders Arrests, Trump Weighs In

Texas Redistricting Standoff Escalates: Democrats Evade Quorum, Abbott Orders Arrests, Trump Weighs In The political standoff over redistricting in Texas escalated dramatically on Tuesday, August 5, as the State House of Representatives once again failed to achieve a quorum, halting efforts to advance a contentious new congressional map. The legislative paralysis stems from a mass walkout by Democratic members, who fled the state to prevent the Republican-controlled legislature from passing a map they argue unfairly favors the GOP. In response…

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Texas Redistricting Battle Reignites: Democrats Face Arrest Warrants After Fleeing State

Texas Redistricting Battle Reignites: Democrats Face Arrest Warrants After Fleeing State

Texas Redistricting Battle Reignites: Democrats Face Arrest Warrants After Fleeing State In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing redistricting battle, Texas Republicans moved swiftly on Tuesday to reconvene the state House, following their decision to issue civil arrest warrants for dozens of Democratic lawmakers. These Democrats fled the state to deny the GOP-led effort a quorum, aiming to halt the controversial redrawing of Texas congressional districts. Monday’s authorization of civil warrants by the Texas House empowers state troopers to apprehend…

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California’s 2021 Redistricting Battle: Newsom’s ‘Trigger’ Plan and Texas Showdown Recalled

California’s 2021 Redistricting Battle: Newsom’s ‘Trigger’ Plan and Texas Showdown Recalled

California’s 2021 Redistricting Battle: Newsom’s ‘Trigger’ Plan and Texas Showdown Recalled In a significant political maneuver from 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom had proposed a controversial plan to redraw the state’s congressional district maps. This move, intended to counter a similar effort by Texas Republicans, aimed to place a mid-decade redistricting measure before voters on November 4 of that year. Newsom’s strategy involved a ‘trigger’ mechanism: California voters would only consider the measure if Texas proceeded with its own plans…

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Texas Redistricting Hearing Sparks Outrage Over Absent Congressional Maps

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…

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Texas Redistricting Push Ignites National Battle for 2026 House Control

Texas Redistricting Push Ignites National Battle for 2026 House Control

Texas Redistricting Push Ignites National Battle for 2026 House Control A contentious push by Texas Republicans to redraw congressional districts mid-decade is intensifying, with recent legislative hearings on July 24, 2025, signaling a potential seismic shift ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The audacious move, reportedly at the behest of former President Trump, aims to secure five additional Republican seats in the U.S. House, significantly impacting the balance of power in Washington. This aggressive strategy is already sparking a nationwide…

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Texas Republicans Convene Special Session to Redraw House Maps, Face Democratic Opposition

Texas Republicans Convene Special Session to Redraw House Maps, Face Democratic Opposition

Texas Republicans Convene Special Session to Redraw House Maps, Face Democratic Opposition AUSTIN, Texas – Texas Republicans are set to convene a special legislative session this week with the primary goal of redrawing the state’s congressional maps. This aggressive push, strongly urged by former President Donald Trump, aims to create up to five new winnable House seats for the GOP ahead of the 2026 elections, solidifying the party’s control. The session, called by Governor Greg Abbott, also addresses the devastating…

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Texas Braces for Showdown: Special Session Looms Over Trump-Backed Redistricting Push

Texas Braces for Showdown: Special Session Looms Over Trump-Backed Redistricting Push

Texas Braces for Showdown: Special Session Looms Over Trump-Backed Redistricting Push Texas is on the brink of a major political confrontation as Governor Greg Abbott has called a special legislative session for Monday, July 21, 2025. The session is set to address contentious redistricting proposals, which critics allege are being aggressively pushed by former President Donald Trump to immediately create five new Republican-majority congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterms. This aggressive move, which deviates from standard decennial census-based redistricting,…

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Newsom Threatens California House Map Redraw Amid Texas GOP Redistricting Push

Newsom Threatens California House Map Redraw Amid Texas GOP Redistricting Push

Newsom Threatens California House Map Redraw Amid Texas GOP Redistricting Push California Governor Gavin Newsom is intensifying a political showdown over congressional district maps, threatening to redraw the state’s 52 House districts in a controversial bid to counter a Republican plan to secure more seats in Texas. This aggressive stance comes as Texas Republicans prepare to convene a special legislative session next week aimed at reshaping their own 38 congressional districts, a move reportedly encouraged by Donald Trump to bolster…

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Texas Redistricting Showdown: Trump Targets Five New GOP House Seats as Special Session Looms

Texas Redistricting Showdown: Trump Targets Five New GOP House Seats as Special Session Looms

Texas Redistricting Showdown: Trump Targets Five New GOP House Seats as Special Session Looms President Donald Trump is actively pushing for a significant redrawing of Texas’s congressional map, aiming to secure an additional three to five Republican seats in the U.S. House. This aggressive move comes as the Republican-controlled Texas Legislature is set to convene a special session next week to consider new district lines, a decision recently formalized by Gov. Greg Abbott. Trump conveyed his strategy to Texas congressional…

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Angela Paxton Files for Divorce from Texas AG Ken Paxton Amid Adultery Claims

Angela Paxton Files for Divorce from Texas AG Ken Paxton Amid Adultery Claims

Angela Paxton Files for Divorce from Texas AG Ken Paxton Amid Adultery Claims State Senator Angela Paxton has officially filed for divorce from her husband, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, citing irreconcilable differences and accusing him of adultery in court documents. The petition was filed in Collin County on Thursday, revealing the couple ceased living together in June 2024. Both Angela and Ken Paxton released public statements on social media site X following the filing. Angela Paxton stated she was…

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Governor Abbott Unveils Ambitious 18-Item Agenda for Upcoming Special Session

Governor Abbott Unveils Ambitious 18-Item Agenda for Upcoming Special Session

Governor Abbott Unveils Ambitious 18-Item Agenda for Upcoming Special Session Governor Greg Abbott has officially announced the comprehensive agenda for an upcoming special legislative session, set to commence on Monday, July 21, at 12:00 PM. The proclamation, issued on July 9, identifies a substantial list of 18 critical items that lawmakers will address during the session. This significant announcement by the Governor signals a busy legislative period ahead for Texas, as the state prepares to tackle a wide range of…

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