Trump demands Texas conduct mid-cycle redistricting for 5 new GOP seats
President Trump publicly demands Texas Governor Abbott conduct unprecedented mid-cycle redistricting to create 5 new safe Republican congressional seats. Abbott initially resists, citing constitutional concerns and costs. Democratic legislators flee to Illinois to break quorum, with civil arrest warrants issued and $500/day fines imposed for absent members.
Key Actors
Sources (4)
- Trump demands Texas redistricting for GOP gains (2025-07-15)
- Abbott resists Trump mid-cycle redistricting push, cites constitutional concerns (2025-07-15)
- Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to block redistricting special session (2025-07-16)
- Civil arrest warrants issued for Texas Democrats who broke quorum (2025-07-17)
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