Former Atty. General Eric Holder talks with House Democrats about redistricting
Summary
House Democrats held a virtual meeting to discuss opposition to redistricting plans led by Republicans, particularly in Texas, which could affect the 2024 midterm elections. Former Attorney General Eric Holder and Democratic leaders spoke about efforts to stop what they call unfair map changes that favor Republicans.Key Facts
- House Democrats joined a virtual call hosted by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.
- Former Attorney General Eric Holder, chair of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, gave an update on fighting Republican redistricting efforts.
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott called a special legislative session to approve a new congressional map favoring Republicans with a five-seat majority.
- Texas House Democrats fled the state to block the voting process, but Abbott plans to call another special session if they don’t return.
- California’s Governor Gavin Newsom promised to redraw its maps if Texas approves the new map and asked President Trump to intervene.
- The National Democratic Redistricting Committee is involved in a lawsuit against Texas over the current maps.
- Former President Barack Obama will headline a fundraiser supporting Democrats’ redistricting efforts.
- Holder said it is important to respond to what he described as “authoritarian” measures threatening democracy.
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