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The Supreme Court decision Thursday allowing Texas to use its newest congressional map will intensify the redistricting race, experts said.

Pardons of Giuliani and others who took part in fake elector scheme were largely symbolic, but could have a big effect

NEWS ANALYSIS: A mid-decade redrawing of congressional maps would have implications far beyond the 2026 midterm elections, write John Bowden and Eric Garcia. The Independent illustrates, with interactive maps by Alicja Hagopian, what’s at stake for control of the US House of Representatives — and potentially the last two years…

The Supreme Court heard a narrower version of the case over Louisiana's congressional districts before opting not to decide the issue in June.

The Department of Justice said four districts unconstitutionally combined Black and Hispanic voters, a charge the state disputes. If the proposed map passes, two will still be multiracial.

Gov. Greg Abbott has acknowledged DOJ concerns that some districts were drawn “along strict racial lines.” Critics say it’s a political ploy.

The plan would shift voters from safely red districts into blue ones. Members of the GOP delegation aren't sold

The plan would shift voters from safely red districts into blue ones. Members of the state’s Republican delegation aren’t sold on the idea.

Trump has a history of criticizing judges, but his administration in his second term has sought to more broadly undermine the judiciary.