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SCOTUS allows Texas to use Trump-pushed redrawn congressional redistricting map favoring Republicans

The Supreme Court issued an emergency ruling on Texas' request to reinstate the legislature's recently redrawn congressional map that gave the GOP a five-seat advantage in 2026.

Greg Abbott November 25

Muslim groups, other leaders demand Abbott rescind CAIR's ‘terrorist’ designation: 'Defamatory'

Muslim and interfaith leaders demand that Texas Gov. Greg Abbott reverse his controversial proclamation labeling CAIR as a "foreign terrorist organization."

National Guard November 23

Texas National Guard to return from Illinois ahead of Thanksgiving, Gov Abbott says

Gov. Greg Abbott announced that Texas National Guard troops will return from Illinois before Thanksgiving after the controversial interstate deployment.

US Education November 23

Texas A&M committee finds professor’s firing over transgender-related lesson unjustified

A Texas A&M committee ruled that a professor's firing over the teaching of a gender identity lesson was unjustified, and the university president will review its recommendation.

Greg Abbott November 21

Muslim civil rights group CAIR sues Texas over Abbott's ‘terrorist’ designation

CAIR filed a federal lawsuit challenging Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's designation of the group as a "foreign terrorist organization" and "transnational criminal organization."

Judiciary November 20

Reagan-appointed judge torches colleagues in Texas map fight, calls ruling ‘fiction,’ ‘judicial activism’

Circuit Court Judge Jerry Smith wrote a fiery 104-page dissent attacking colleague Judge Jeffrey Brown's decision to block Texas redistricting maps.

Donald Trump November 19

Republicans protest double standard after judges call Texas redistricting plan 'racially gerrymandered'

Federal judges block Texas GOP redistricting plan, sparking Republican backlash over racial gerrymandering claims as case heads to Supreme Court.

Opinion November 19

MIKE DAVIS: SCOTUS must save Texas from meddling liberal judges

Texas appeals federal court ruling that blocked new redistricting map, potentially costing Republicans five House seats in upcoming midterm elections.

Texas November 18

Texas Gov Abbott declares CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist groups, preventing land purchases

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott designated CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood as foreign terrorist organizations, banning them from acquiring land in the state.

Texas November 11

Trump issues ‘complete and total’ endorsement in Lone Star governor’s race

President Donald Trump issued a “Complete and Total" endorsement of Lone Star State Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday, saying he is "strong and highly respected."

Texas November 5

Texas passes constitutional amendment explicitly prohibiting noncitizen voting

Texans voted to approve a proposal to amend the state constitution to stipulate that noncitizens are not allowed to vote in the Lone Star State.

Texas November 4

Abbott vows to impose a ‘100% tariff’ on anyone moving from NYC to Texas after Election Day

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says he’ll impose a 100% tariff on New Yorkers moving to Texas after Election Day amid the city’s heated Cuomo–Mamdani mayoral race.

Texas October 17

Abbott orders Texas National Guard to Austin in advance of 'Antifa-linked protest'

Lone Star State Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, ordered resources to the state capital ahead of what he called "an Antifa-linked protest."

Greg Abbott October 13

Texas governor reveals reason why he and Trump have been working together so closely

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, whose National Guard troops were deployed in support of ICE, revealed the “substantive reason" why he has such a good working relationship with the president.

Immigration October 9

‘Pritzker is a joke’: Texas Gov. Abbott mocks sanctuary governor for opposing National Guard troops

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott mocked Illinois Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker, calling him a "joke" for opposing his deployment of Texas National Guard troops to provide security.

National Security October 7

Abbott deploys ‘elite Texas National Guard’ after Trump calls for reinforcements: ‘Ever ready’

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces elite National Guard deployment to protect federal property in coordination with White House security plans.

Congress October 5

Trump-backed map victory in Missouri could trigger redistricting battles in these states

These states may be next after Republicans gain ground in congressional redistricting as Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe approves new maps amid a nationwide battle for House control.

Texas September 27

Texas Tech tells faculty to revise instruction, recognize only 2 sexes in classrooms

Chancellor Tedd L. Mitchell mandates Texas Tech employees follow new requirements recognizing two sexes amid President Donald Trump and Gov. Greg Abbott directives.

Charlie Kirk September 16

Student expelled after being caught on video acting out Charlie Kirk's assassination at Texas State vigil

A Texas State University student caught on video acting out an assassination during a Turning Point USA memorial was expelled.

Donald Trump September 12

Trump-backed congressional map passes Senate in crucial Midwestern state: 'Commonsense values'

The Missouri legislature approved a redistricting plan targeting Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver's district as part of a Trump-backed effort to expand the Republican House majority.

Politics August 23

Abbott clears final redistricting hurdle as Texas Senate passes new Trump-approved map

Republicans advanced the Texas redistricting plan, after weeks of Democrats breaking quorum, as the new map heads to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk for signature.

Donald Trump August 20

Abbott scores big win in redistricting battle as Texas Democrats' blockade collapses

While Gov. Greg Abbott blasted through a Democratic blockade and advanced a new congressional map, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is eying a new map in his state.

Texas August 20

Texas GOP lawmakers poised to finalize Trump-backed map after Dem redistricting walkout ends

Texas Democrats ended their walkout and returned as Republicans advance a redistricting plan that would likely create five new GOP congressional seats.

Donald Trump August 20

Trump urges Texas Republicans to swiftly pass redistricting maps while Newsom, California Dems counter

Texas Democrats end walkout as GOP-controlled legislature prepares to vote on redistricting maps that could flip five congressional seats to Republicans

California August 19

California Republicans sue to stop Newsom, Democrats from pushing redistricting plan

California Republicans sue to stop Democrat redistricting push as Texas GOP advances similar map changes in high-stakes congressional battle ahead of midterms.

Politics August 18

Texas Dems end weekslong quorum standoff in redistricting fight

High-stakes redistricting battles unfold in Texas and California as Republicans and Democrats push new congressional maps ahead of 2026 midterm elections.

Media August 16

NYT columnist claims Trump and Abbott’s Texas redistricting plans are 'mustard gas on our democracy'

New York Times columnist David Brooks compared Trump's Texas redistricting efforts to 'mustard gas' on democracy, criticizing both parties' gerrymandering tactics.

Greg Abbott August 15

Texas House Speaker vows runaway Dems will be arrested if they try to sneak home over weekend

Congressional redistricting battle intensifies as California vows to counter Texas GOP maps while Democratic lawmakers end their walkout protest.

Gavin Newsom August 14

Newsom unveils California redistricting effort to counter Trump-backed push in Texas

Democratic Gov. Newsom teams with congressional leaders to unveil strategy against GOP efforts to create Republican-friendly districts in multiple states.

Texas August 13

Texas Democrats who fled could face felony bribery charges, governor says

Texas Democrats who fled the state to break quorum and disrupt redistricting efforts could face felony bribery charges, Republican Governor Greg Abbott suggested in an interview with Fox News Digital.