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Rep. Moore Warns: Texas Redistricting Risks Partisan Retaliation

8/8/2025

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Rep. Blake Moore of Utah stands against Texas lawmakers' mid-decade redistricting, claiming it threatens democratic norms and fuels partisan gerrymandering. He cautions that such actions could spark retaliation from blue states. In response, Texas Democrats are fleeing the state to thwart GOP efforts to gain more congressional seats for the upcoming 2026 elections.

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Rep. Blake Moore of Utah stands against Texas lawmakers' mid-decade redistricting, claiming it threatens democratic norms and fuels partisan gerrymandering. He cautions that such actions could spark retaliation from blue states. In response, Texas Democrats are fleeing the state to thwart GOP efforts to gain more congressional seats for the upcoming 2026 elections.