Summary
States across the U.S. are redrawing congressional district maps, a process known as redistricting, before the midterm elections. This effort is happening because President Donald Trump wants to secure the Republican majority in Congress. Both Republican and Democrat-led states are involved in this redistricting, which could affect the control of the House of Representatives.
Key Facts
- Redistricting typically happens every 10 years after the census but is being pushed now for the midterm elections.
- President Trump has asked Republican-led states to redraw boundaries to maintain the party's slim majority in Congress.
- Texas was the first state to redraw its map, with changes signed into law on August 29.
- California is countering with its new map, which needs voter approval in an upcoming election.
- Missouri and North Carolina have enacted new maps that could help Republicans gain seats.
- Utah revised its map after a judge ruled the previous map bypassed an independent commission.
- Some states, like Indiana, are in the early stages of planning to redraw district lines.
