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Texas GOP Seeks Mid-Decade Redistricting to Gain Five House Seats

Justice Department warnings about racial gerrymandering set the stage for lawsuits challenging the reform effort.

Storm clouds hang over the Capitol building, July 10, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Overview

  • President Trump urged Texas Republicans to redraw congressional districts with a simple map overhaul to net five additional seats ahead of the 2026 midterms.
  • Governor Greg Abbott called a special legislative session beginning July 21 to adopt a revised map in response to federal voting-rights concerns.
  • The U.S. Department of Justice flagged four majority-minority districts as potentially violating the Voting Rights Act and urged state lawmakers to rectify racial considerations.
  • House Democrats led by Hakeem Jeffries and Suzan DelBene plan lawsuits and legislative walkouts, warning the effort could backfire by making more seats competitive.
  • California Governor Gavin Newsom signaled a potential counter-redistricting drive, declaring that “two can play this game” if Texas proceeds.