GOP, Texas and Democrats
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After two weeks out of state, Democratic lawmakers returned to Austin, paving the way for Republicans to pass their proposed congressional map.
Republicans are reportedly moving forward with redistricting efforts in Florida, Ohio, and Missouri, while Democrats look at maps in Maryland and California.
State Rep. Briscoe Cain has called for all Republican controlled states to take action to boost GOP seats in Congress.
High-stakes redistricting battles unfold in Texas and California as Republicans and Democrats push new congressional maps ahead of 2026 midterm elections.
The Texas Senate could move the GOP’s redistricting plan forward in the next few days after the redistricting panel advanced the map on Sunday afternoon.
The Texas House could have a quorum today as the second special session continues. House Democrats acknowledge they don't have the votes in redistricting.