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Texas Republicans, Trump and congressional maps

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Texas Republicans, including Gov. Abbott, were reluctant to redraw the state’s congressional maps. Then Trump got involved.
If Republicans lose control of the House in next year’s midterms, Trump’s agenda would be stalled and his remaining two lame-duck years in the White House would likely be replete with Democratic-led ...

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Texas Republicans might redraw congressional maps
Trump wants redistricting in Texas to help Republicans hold onto Congress: Here's what to know
TX lawmaker: Redistricting push shows ‘rot at the core’ of our political system
The balance of power in Congress is a game of inches, as Texas Republicans consider redrawing the lines to get more seats in the House.

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Texas House Democrats meet with Illinois governor over redistricting concerns
Texas Democrats visiting California and Illinois as redistricting fight continues
Democrats Slam Rush to Redraw US House Maps at First Hearing in Texas
“You all are being used,” Democratic U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro told the panel, saying it would confuse voters and motivate other states to rush to redraw their own maps.

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The White House Wants More States To Redraw House Maps To Help GOP. Democrats Are Readying A Fight.
‘We’ve already done that’: Missouri lawmakers show little enthusiasm for new congressional maps
Texas Gov. Abbott extends SNAP benefits after floods
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced SNAP replacement benefits extensions following the Texas floods through August 18. “The State of Texas continues to support Texans impacted by the recent catastrophic flooding so they can care for themselves and their families,
2 still missing in Texas floods after body of woman found in Kerrville, Greg Abbott says
A man and a little girl from Camp Mystic were still missing, Abbott said. He last said the death toll stood at 135.
WATCH: Newsom accuses Trump of gerrymandering in Texas
Warning of a “five-alarm fire for democracy,” Gov. Gavin Newsom Friday suggested the possibility of California redrawing its congressional districts in response to actions in Texas.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott Expands Disaster Declaration to Four More Counties Amidst Statewide Flood Crisis
Texas Governor Greg Abbott expands the disaster declaration to include four new counties due to severe flooding, seeking additional federal aid and offering various support measures for recovery.
Texas lawmakers to revive bill expanding legal defense for trafficking victims after Abbott veto
Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed the bill and put it on the special session agenda, saying he wants a narrower version.
Texas flooding: Gov. Greg Abbott calls special legislative session for flood emergency planning
"We must ensure better preparation in the future," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement posted on social media.
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Texas Legislature begins mid-decade redistricting under pressure from Trump, Abbott
President Donald Trump is seeking to pick up at least four, potentially five, Texas congressional seats for Republicans in a midterm election cycle that ordinarily would favor the Democrats. Gov. Greg Abbott has obliged Trump by adding redistricting to a crowded special session that also includes disaster recovery and preparedness.
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