SCOTUS Lifts Block on Texas Redistricting Plan

The Supreme Court has allowed Texas to implement a redrawn congressional map, potentially benefiting Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The decision follows similar moves by other states.

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the relief Thursday evening via X, stating that federal courts should not interfere with state decisions regarding redistricting for partisan reasons. She praised her Solicitor General John Sauer and their legal team.

California Governor Gavin Newsom countered on social media: “So you gonna drop your lawsuit against us?”

The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit in November challenging California’s new map created through Proposition 50, arguing it violates the equal protection clause of the Constitution due to racial gerrymandering. The DOJ responded, saying they will not back down from opposing California’s districts.

Deputy Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon added “Lol no bro.” on X regarding the governor’s comment.

In its ruling, Justice Samuel Alito emphasized that both Texas and California’s new maps were driven by partisan motives. He called it “indisputable” that these factors motivated their creation.

Other states like Florida and Indiana are considering similar changes while Democrat-led states push back against potential Republican gains.