Still, Jeffries isn't worried that Republican redistricting success would effectively hand the GOP control of the House in the 2026 midterms. Last time Trump was in office, Democrats flipped 41 seats, which would be more than enough to win the majority and make Jeffries speaker even if Republicans force through several more gerrymanders.

We will continue to respond, when necessary, across the country,” the New York Democrat said. “Let’s see what comes next.”

California Republicans filed on Monday their second legal challenge against Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan, which aims to give Democrats five more Congressional seats amid a nationwide scramble for advantage in 2026 elections.