THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump’s Plot to Rig 2026 Is Falling Apart, and Boy Is He Mad About It
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Nov 19, 2025 Heather Williams, President of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee and a seasoned advocate for state legislative battles, dives into the turmoil surrounding Trump's 2026 midterm plans. Discussing recent judicial setbacks for GOP gerrymandering in Texas, she reveals how Trump's frustrations are growing. Williams highlights the shifting dynamics in Indiana's Republican caucus and the strategic importance of state legislative races. She emphasizes that voter engagement at the state level is critical, as the political landscape remains fluid leading up to 2026.
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Texas Ruling Throws GOP Plan Into Question
- Texas judges likely blocked the GOP mid-cycle gerrymander, creating uncertainty for those five added seats.
- The ruling may be appealed and could end up before the Supreme Court, so the outcome remains unsettled.
Seat Tally Favors Democrats For Now
- Republicans have four confirmed mid-cycle seats outside Texas (NC, MO, OH) while Democrats added seats in CA and UT.
- Current net gains favor Democrats, but Texas and pending maps could change the final balance.
Indiana Resistance Exposes GOP Friction
- Trump publicly attacked Indiana Republicans after they lacked votes to redraw maps, exposing intra-party tension.
- That hesitation suggests the mid-cycle gerrymandering plan faces significant legislative roadblocks.
