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Redistricting Battles Loom: Texas and California Brace for 2026

9/4/2025

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Texas and California are preparing for congressional redistricting ahead of the 2026 elections due to partisan control and legal challenges.
The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais may influence majority-minority districts, raising voter dilution concerns.
Experts caution that these changes could hinder Democratic efforts against Republican gerrymandering, significantly impacting election results.

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Story summary

Texas and California are preparing for congressional redistricting ahead of the 2026 elections due to partisan control and legal challenges.
The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais may influence majority-minority districts, raising voter dilution concerns.
Experts caution that these changes could hinder Democratic efforts against Republican gerrymandering, significantly impacting election results.