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Story summary
- President Trump’s focus on GOP-friendly congressional districts has escalated redistricting efforts, leading to increased gerrymandering.
- California Democrats aim to create five more Democratic districts, while Texas and Missouri pursue their own redistricting strategies.
- Analysts estimate Republicans could gain 13-14 seats, reinforcing their House majority despite Democratic initiatives in California.
- The absence of federal redistricting standards allows for partisan manipulation, especially in states with redistricting commissions.
- Experts caution that without congressional action against gerrymandering, future cycles may deepen partisan divides.
