Bulwark Takes How Democrats Plan to Fight Trump’s New Maps (w/ Suzan DelBene)
Oct 29, 2025
Suzan DelBene, Chair of the DCCC and U.S. Representative from Washington, dives into the escalating redistricting battle sparked by Trump’s push in Texas. She details California's voter referendum as a countermeasure and debates the ethics of retaliatory redistricting. DelBene shares insights on how frontline candidates are adapting to new maps and emphasizes messaging in tougher districts. With a focus on fair representation, she advocates for national policies to prevent a redistricting arms race, ensuring voters’ voices are safeguarded against GOP maneuvers.
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Trump's Direct Role In Texas Redistricting
- Donald Trump directly pushed Texas Republicans to redraw maps to gain five seats.
- Suzan DelBene says this move triggered nationwide responses from states protecting representation.
California Puts Maps To Voters
- California moved to put new maps to a voter referendum with Prop 50 in response to Texas.
- DelBene frames the effort as protecting representation rather than partisan retaliation.
Bipartisan Voter Backlash Exists
- DelBene says Republicans broadly failed to denounce Texas's approach until after backlash.
- She argues voters across parties dislike politicians picking their voters via redistricting.