Wall Street Journal: Failed Texas gerrymandering push 'could cost' Republicans their House majority

The HillFriday, November 21, 2025 at 5:05:53 PM
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Wall Street Journal: Failed Texas gerrymandering push 'could cost' Republicans their House majority
  • A recent editorial from the Wall Street Journal indicates that the Republicans' gerrymandering efforts in Texas may have significant repercussions for their control of the House of Representatives. The push, influenced by President Trump, has faced legal challenges that could undermine its effectiveness.
  • The failure to implement the new congressional map, blocked by federal courts, raises concerns about the GOP's strategy to maintain their majority in the upcoming midterm elections.
  • This situation reflects broader issues surrounding electoral integrity and the contentious nature of redistricting, as courts increasingly scrutinize gerrymandering practices that may disenfranchise voters.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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