Lever Time Trump’s Gerrymandering Plot To Steal The Election (With Rep. Lloyd Doggett)
Aug 28, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Texas Democratic Congressman Lloyd Doggett—an active participant in the gerrymandering conflict—reveals Trump's alarming push to redraw congressional maps in favor of Republicans. Doggett shares his bold decision to step aside for new leadership in the face of these challenges. The conversation highlights the urgent need for Democrats to rethink strategies and unite in response to the evolving political landscape. Listeners will appreciate insights into how partisan redistricting threatens democratic norms and the importance of equitable representation.
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Trump's National Map Strategy
- Trump is urging Republican states to redraw maps off-cycle to lock in more House seats for his party.
- In Texas the proposed map would turn five competitive seats into solid Republican pickups, amplifying Trump's congressional power.
How Vote Sinks Work
- Republicans use "vote sinks" to pack Democrats into a few districts and make surrounding districts safer for their party.
- The new Texas map would lump Austin Democrats into one district and make five surrounding seats more Republican.
Doggett's Long Fight And Sacrifice
- Lloyd Doggett has survived decades of targeted gerrymandering aimed at his Austin base.
- He announced he'd step aside to avoid a Democratic primary and focus on fighting Trump's map strategy.
