Texas asks Supreme Court to allow use of new GOP-friendly map

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 5, 2026, following a significant breakdown in her relationship with former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. This decision comes amid increasing public criticisms from Trump, who has labeled Greene a traitor to the MAGA movement, marking a notable shift from their previous alliance.

Democratic Senator John Fetterman publicly criticized veteran strategist James Carville for advocating a plan to pack the Supreme Court, asserting that Democrats should focus on winning more elections instead. This statement reflects Fetterman's stance on electoral strategy within the party.

Two Black women reported experiencing delayed medical care while in labor, despite being close to giving birth, with incidents occurring in Texas and Indiana. These cases highlight systemic issues in healthcare access for Black women, as reported by NBC News’ Zinhle Essamuah.

Two men from Texas have been indicted for allegedly planning an invasion of Gonave, an island off the coast of Haiti. Their scheme involved recruiting homeless individuals from the nation's capital to act as mercenaries in an attempted coup.

The US Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that determined Texas's 2026 congressional redistricting plan, backed by Donald Trump, likely discriminated based on race. This order, signed by Justice Samuel Alito, will remain in effect while the court deliberates on the potential use of the new map in upcoming midterm elections.

Texas Democratic Congressman Lloyd Doggett has announced his decision to run for reelection, retracting his earlier retirement plans amid ongoing redistricting battles in the state. This decision comes after a federal court ruling that blocked a GOP redistricting map, which has significant implications for the political landscape in Texas.

DCCC chair Suzan DelBene announced that Democrats will prioritize affordability messaging as they aim to flip three GOP seats necessary for a House majority in the 2026 midterms. This strategy reflects a commitment to addressing high prices that impact voters directly.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul criticized Republican challenger Elise Stefanik for intensifying attacks against Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, labeling her comments as disingenuous. Hochul's remarks highlight the political tensions as the governor seeks re-election amidst a challenging landscape. - This confrontation is significant as Hochul currently leads Stefanik by 20 points in a recent poll, indicating her strong position in the race. However, Stefanik's aggressive campaigning may resonate with certain voter demographics, complicating Hochul's path to re-election. - The ongoing political dis…