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Can Newsom ‘fight fire with fire’ in Texas redistricting battle?

In response to Texas’ plan to redraw its congressional map to add GOP seats, CA Gov. Newsom is threatening to redistrict here to add Democratic seats. Is it legal?

By Madeleine Brand • Jul 28, 2025 • 1 min read

In response to Texas’ plan to redraw its congressional map to add GOP seats, CA Gov. Newsom is threatening to redistrict here to add Democratic seats. Is it legal?

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Can Newsom ‘fight fire with fire’ in Texas redistricting battle?

In response to Texas’ plan to redraw its congressional map to add GOP seats, CA Gov. Newsom is threatening to redistrict here to add Democratic seats. Is it legal?

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Can Newsom ‘fight fire with fire’ in Texas redistricting battle?

In response to Texas’ plan to redraw its congressional map to add GOP seats, CA Gov. Newsom is threatening to redistrict here to add Democratic seats. Is it legal?

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