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Aug 3, 2026

Maryland lawmakers convene special session on partisan redistricting for 2028

Maryland's legislature began a special session to consider initial steps toward partisan redistricting that could help Democrats gain an additional U.S. House seat by 2028.

Aug 3, 2026·1 source

Oct 6, 2025

States Move to Redraw Congressional Districts Mid-Decade Following Trump's Partisan Redistricting Push

Multiple states are redrawing U.S. House districts mid-decade after Trump urged Republicans to seek partisan advantages. The fight is unfolding across legislatures, courts, and ballot measures ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Oct 6, 2025·1 source

Jul 21, 2025

Texas Republicans Launch Trump-Backed Special Session to Redraw Congressional Districts

The Texas Legislature convened in a special session to redraw the state's 38 congressional districts at President Trump's urging, aiming to protect the GOP's narrow House majority ahead of next year's midterm elections despite legal and political risks.

Jul 21, 2025·4 sources

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▪If the amendment is approved by voters, lawmakers could redraw congressional maps for the 2028 election cycle.
▪U.S. Rep. Andy Harris, Maryland's only Republican congressman, stated a new map would "of course" face a court challenge.
▪House Minority Leader Jason Buckel raised concerns about "significant limitations on witnesses" during the special session.

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