Episode 278
Gain Five, Risk Ten: The High-Stakes Texas Redistricting Game
August 26, 20254m 1s
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Show Notes
Texas Republicans have drawn a new congressional map designed to gain five additional seats, but some experts warn the aggressive strategy could make several districts vulnerable. In a strong Democratic turnout year, shifting suburban trends, Latino voter dynamics, and potential court-ordered redraws could flip the very seats Republicans are counting on. We break down how a plan to secure power might set the stage for unexpected losses.
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