California Democrats Pass Redistricting Bill to Counter Trump’s Texas Gerrymander
California Democrats approved bills that set up a November election in which voters will be asked to greenlight a new congressional map.
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Texas House Gives Final Approval to GOP Gerrymander
The Texas House voted to move forward with a new congressional map – as Democrats continued to seek ways to resist.
GOP Pushes New Bill That Would Strip Voting Rights From Overseas Citizens
A new bill introduced by GOP House members would force nonmilitary overseas voters to prove they maintain a “current residence” in the U.S. to vote.
Republicans Sue to Stop California Response to Texas Gerrymander
Republican lawmakers in California have asked the state Supreme Court to stop Democrats’ attempt to redraw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 election.
Voters Challenge New Hampshire Over Extreme Law Targeting Mail Voting
A new lawsuit aims to stop New Hampshire, one of the most difficult states in which to vote by mail, from enforcing even more extreme restrictions.
Texas Republicans Vote to Advance Extreme Gerrymander
Texas Republicans advanced their mid-decade gerrymander as a House committee voted to send the measure to the full chamber for consideration.
California Democrats Unveil Legislation to Counter Texas Redistricting Scheme
California lawmakers introduced legislation Monday to allow voters to decide whether they want to redraw the state’s congressional map.
Supreme Court Set to Hear Case That Could Impact Who Can Challenge Election Laws
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in an Illinois case that could determine whether candidates have a legal right to challenge election laws.
RNC Urges Supreme Court to Stay Out of Mississippi Mail Ballot Deadline Case
The RNC is asking the Supreme Court to reject Mississippi’s request to review a court decision that struck down the state’s post–Election Day grace period.
Wisconsin Governor Vetoes Discriminatory Poll Tax Bill
Wisconsin’s GOP-controlled Assembly passed the bill in March.