Overview
- A Texas court had barred use of the new congressional map for 2026, but the Supreme Court stayed that injunction.
- The stay permits the Republican-drawn districts to be used for the time being as the case continues.
- Gov. Greg Abbott signed the redistricting plan in late August following passage by the GOP-led state government.
- Republicans contend the map could deliver up to five additional House seats in 2026, when their congressional margins are narrow.
- Democrats are pursuing their own gains in other states, with California voters recently approving a map designed to benefit their party.