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5,000 Protest Texas Redistricting as Trump Influence Looms

8/19/2025

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Over 5,000 people protested at the Texas Capitol against President Trump's influence and the state's redistricting plan for the 2026 elections.
Texas House Democrats previously fled to block the redistricting map but face challenges in the special session.
Congressman Greg Casar and former Rep. Beto O’Rourke labeled the redistricting a power grab.
Democrats stress the need for voter engagement in upcoming elections, especially with Trump not on the ballot.

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Over 5,000 people protested at the Texas Capitol against President Trump's influence and the state's redistricting plan for the 2026 elections.
Texas House Democrats previously fled to block the redistricting map but face challenges in the special session.
Congressman Greg Casar and former Rep. Beto O’Rourke labeled the redistricting a power grab.
Democrats stress the need for voter engagement in upcoming elections, especially with Trump not on the ballot.