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Donald Trump addresses Texas plan to boost Republican majority
Republicans currently hold 25 of Texas' seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, while Democrats have 13 seats.
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Local politicos react to Texas' redistricting push — some see easy GOP gains, Dems cry foul
Some local Republicans think Texas' congressional districts were drawn competitively in 2021 and worry about districts flipping to Democrats. Others think boundaries were drawn too safely with ...
Cook Political Report moves Texas Senate race to ‘likely Republican’
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report changed its rating of the 2026 Texas Senate race from “solid Republican” to “likely ...
Why a walkout on GOP redistricting could be very risky for Texas Democrats
Actually derailing the redistricting effort, which was one of nearly 20 items added to the special session agenda by Gov.
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Texas Republicans Are Already Celebrating 2026 Endorsements. Which Ones Actually Matter?
We’re still eight months away from the 2026 Texas primary that—if history is our guide—will ultimately determine which ...
White House eyeing five-seat GOP pickup in Texas in midterms as part of redistricting push
President Donald Trump pitched a key group of Texas Republicans Tuesday on his strategy for his party to hold onto power in ...
DNC chair to meet with Texas Democratic leaders ahead of GOP redistricting
The party is weighing its options for battling the GOP-led effort to redraw congressional boundaries ahead of the 2026 ...
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With Paxton Still Leading GOP Primary, Texas Senate Shifts To Likely Republican
Texas may be the second-largest state in the country, but it’s emerging as the number one headache for Senate Republicans ...
Democrats must treat Texas as a Senate pickup opportunity in 2026
The window for Texas to directly strengthen Democrats’ national position might be opening sooner than expected.