Partisan Redistricting Battles Heat Up in Key States
Several states including Indiana, Missouri, Florida, Illinois, New York, Maryland, Ohio, and California are considering or preparing for redistricting efforts ahead of the 2026 midterms, with Republicans generally having more opportunities to gerrymander districts than Democrats. Notable plans include Texas Republicans' proposed map, California's potential constitutional amendment, and various state-level discussions on map changes, which could significantly impact the balance of power in the House.