Texas Senate Approves Redistricting Amid Democratic Walkout and Quorum Concerns
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The Texas Senate approved a new congressional map in a rare mid-decade redistricting effort, primarily benefiting Republicans, amid Democratic protests and walkouts that stalled the process in the House. The map, ordered by Trump, has sparked accusations of gerrymandering and constitutional concerns, with Democrats leaving the state to block the legislation and Republicans pushing to pass it despite opposition.
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- Texas Senate passes redistricting map despite walkout by majority of Democrats Dallas News
- Gov. Abbott says Republicans are considering expanding GOP congressional seats being sought beyond the 5 already proposed CBS News
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