Trump demands Texas conduct mid-cycle redistricting for 5 new GOP seats
President Trump publicly demands Texas Governor Abbott conduct unprecedented mid-cycle redistricting to create 5 new safe Republican congressional seats. Abbott initially resists, citing constitutional concerns and costs. Democratic legislators flee to Illinois to break quorum, with civil arrest warrants issued and $500/day fines imposed for absent members.
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Abbott resists Trump mid-cycle redistricting push, cites constitutional concerns
· Jul 15, 2025
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The Cascade Ledger. “Trump demands Texas conduct mid-cycle redistricting for 5 new GOP seats.” The Capture Cascade Timeline, July 15, 2025. https://capturecascade.org/event/2025-07-15--trump-demands-texas-redistricting/