Bulwark Takes Texas GOP Is Trying To TAKE 5 House Seats (w/ Ally Mutnick)
Jul 31, 2025
Ally Mutnick, a keen reporter from Punchbowl News, dives into Texas' bold redistricting plan, ignited by Trump’s ambitions for Republican gains. She highlights the potential repercussions of this aggressive map-making on the political landscape. Discussions include whether Latino voters will continue shifting right, the limited strategies available to Texas Democrats, and how these changes could reshape the dynamics leading into 2024. The episode provides sharp insights into the implications of gerrymandering, exposing the intricate dance of politics in Texas.
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Texas GOP Targets 5 Seats
- Texas Republicans currently hold 25 of 38 congressional seats, Democrats have 13.
- The new map aims to raise Republicans to 30 seats and reduce Democrats to 8, a five-seat gain.
Trump Drives Texas Redistricting Push
- The push for mid-cycle redistricting in Texas comes from Donald Trump and the White House.
- Texas GOP congressional delegation initially resisted this move in 2021.
Expect Redistricting Passage in Texas
- Governor Abbott likely called the special session because he expects the redistricting map to pass.
- It is politically unlikely for Texas legislators to defy Donald Trump's directive on this issue.