Gerrymandering looks like a worse and worse bet for GOP

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a Democrat from Texas, faced backlash after incorrectly linking GOP officials to Jeffrey Epstein. Her comments were criticized by a strategist from her own party, who labeled her as 'the worst candidate possible.'

U.S. Circuit Judge Jerry Smith criticized a colleague for 'judicial misbehavior' after a federal court blocked Texas's new congressional map, which was seen as favoring Republicans. In a 104-page dissent, Smith described the conduct as the most outrageous he has encountered in his 37 years on the bench. The ruling has significant implications for the Republican Party's strategy ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

A cold case in Texas has been revived thanks to a group of criminal justice and forensic science students who urged investigators to focus on a specific suspect. Their efforts have led to new developments in the decades-old murder investigation.

Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) is facing a censure effort in Congress led by Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), who plans to introduce a resolution that would require GOP leadership to act within two legislative days. This move highlights ongoing tensions within the Republican Party.

Jonathan Joss, a voice actor known for his role in 'King of the Hill', has been killed, and a Texas man has been indicted in connection with his death. Joss' husband reported that the assailant shouted violent homophobic slurs before opening fire.

Hillary Clinton, former Secretary of State and presidential candidate, stated that 'abortion bans have killed another woman in Texas' following a ProPublica report. The report highlighted the case of a 37-year-old woman named Tierra, who died due to complications related to the state's abortion restrictions. Clinton's remarks were made in a post on the social platform X, linking to the ProPublica article.

Federal judges have blocked a redistricting plan proposed by Texas Republicans, labeling it as 'racially gerrymandered.' This ruling has sparked backlash from Republican officials, who argue that the decision reflects a double standard in judicial scrutiny. The case is expected to escalate to the Supreme Court as the GOP prepares for the upcoming midterm elections.

Far-right activist Laura Loomer stated that the Republican Party has a 'Nazi problem' amid ongoing ideological conflicts within the party. Loomer emphasized the need to acknowledge this issue, arguing that ignoring it will only exacerbate the situation.