Several minority “coalition” districts could be redrawn this year to help the GOP maintain a U.S. House majority in 2026.
Redistricting
‘Huge Win’ in Galveston Redistricting Case Stops Democrats’ Weaponization of Voting Rights Act
The Fifth Circuit’s decision to eliminate coalition districts could transform how electoral maps are drawn.
Galveston Voting Rights Case Could Cost Texas Democrats Seats
The full Fifth Circuit heard Galveston County’s redistricting case challenging misuse of the Voting Rights Act for political advantage.
Big Win for Galveston County: Court Keeps Redistricting Maps in Place for 2024
Fifth Circuit judges also signaled the county is likely to win its appeal to the full court, which will transform redistricting across Texas.
Federal Judges Challenge Validity of ‘Coalition Districts’ in Galveston County Redistricting Appeal
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals said coalition claims “are wrong as a matter of law” and “should be overturned.”