Texas Republicans' Redistricting Power Grab: An Attack on Democracy

Joe Trippi

In the sweltering heat of late summer politics, something chilling is unfolding in Texas — and if left unchecked, will poison the very heart of American democracy.

Texas Republicans, emboldened by Donald Trump’s ongoing campaign of vengeance and false grievance, are drafting new congressional maps designed to eliminate five Democratic-held districts. This isn’t just partisan gamesmanship — it’s an unprecedented, open-air power grab, aimed at silencing voters and punishing political opponents.

Let’s be clear: this isn’t about “fair representation” or “updating the maps.” It’s about nullifying the will of millions of Texans, and further warping a system already straining under gerrymandering, voter suppression, and political extremism.

In response, Democratic legislators in Texas are once again taking extraordinary steps — even leaving the state — to deny Republicans the quorum needed to ram through this redistricting scheme. These lawmakers are risking their careers and personal safety to defend your right to choose who represents you. But this cannot fall on their shoulders alone.

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