Texas Republicans approved a Trump-backed congressional map aimed at flipping five Democratic-held U.S. House seats, ending a two-week Democratic walkout that temporarily blocked the measure.
The vote came after dozens of Democrats ended a two-week walkout intended to prevent passage. The 88-52 party-line vote now moves to final approval, pending reconciliation with the state Senate’s version.
The map, part of a rare mid-decade redistricting effort, has sparked a nationwide debate over gerrymandering, with some governors planning similar moves in other states.
Democrats argued the new boundaries dilute the voting power of Black, Latino, and Asian communities.
"This is not democracy, this is authoritarianism in real time," Bucy said. "This is Donald Trump's map. It clearly and deliberately manufactures five more Republican seats in Congress because Trump himself knows the voters are rejecting his agenda."
Republicans countered that the plan improves political performance and could increase majority-Hispanic districts.
Earlier this month, Democrats fled the state to block a quorum, prompting extraordinary Republican measures including lawsuits and arrest warrants. The walkout ended after Democrats returned, claiming partial success in delaying the vote.
Civil rights groups have vowed to challenge the map in court, alleging violations of federal voting laws.
U.S. President Donald Trump and Republican leaders openly acknowledge the map’s goal of consolidating party power ahead of the 2026 elections.
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