Last Summer, the White House Instructed Texas Legislators to Redraw Congressional Maps to Create Five New Republican Seats

Donald Trump asked Texas for five more Republicans. Voters might have other plans.

Johnny Garcia, the Democratic nominee in Texas’ 35th congressional district, spent one of the last mornings before the start of early voting meeting with veterans over breakfast tacos and boxed coffee at a VFW hall in San Antonio’s Southside. That’s not surprising for a candidate running in a place known as “Military City, USA.” What […]

Texas redistricting may backfire — and take out some rising Latino GOP stars

After the president pushed the state to redraw its congressional districts, the decisions made in South Texas are haunting Republicans.

How Many House Seats Will Republicans Win in Texas Gerrymandering?

Trump set the methodology based on his performance alone. He ignored Hispanics.

Last summer, the White House instructed Texas legislators to redraw congressional maps to create five new Republican seats

The White House directed Texas legislators to redraw congressional maps for more Republican seats. Democrats winning the Texas governor race in 2026 at 24% YES.