The Texas House of Representatives approved a new congressional map supported by President Donald Trump, potentially allowing Republicans to add multiple seats in the 2026 midterm elections. Democrats plan to challenge the map in court, while states like California consider redistricting to counterbalance GOP gains. Governor Greg Abbott is expected to sign the measure after Senate approval. Legal battles are likely to determine the fate of the map, with redistricting wars potentially reshaping control of the US House in 2026. The battle over congressional maps is intensifying, with Trump urging other GOP states to follow Texas’ lead.

Republicans defended the new Texas map as a fair reflection of population growth and political realities, as the Senate is expected to quickly approve the measure. Governor Abbott and Trump praised the outcome, with the former framing it as a victory for Republican persistence. The battle over congressional maps is poised to intensify, shaping the balance of power in Washington for years to come.

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