Court Blocks Texas GOP Map, California’s Prop 50 Strengthens Democrats for 2026

A federal court has blocked Texas from using its newly redrawn congressional map for the 2026 midterms, citing racial gerrymandering and ordering the state to revert to its 2021 map. This is a setback for Texas Republicans aiming to gain five additional seats, a plan supported by former President Trump. Meanwhile, California’s Proposition 50, approved by voters to redraw congressional districts in response, remains in effect. Governor Gavin Newsom praised the ruling as a victory for fair elections and democracy, highlighting that California’s new map does not engage in racial gerrymandering. The legal battle continues, with potential appeals that could reach the Supreme Court, shaping the political landscape ahead of the midterms.