Donald Trump expressed that Republicans are entitled to five additional seats if proposed congressional maps in Texas are approved. He emphasized the strength of Texas's governance, claiming historic victory margins. In contrast, he criticized Democrats in Illinois for fleeing the state to avoid voting, suggesting their actions reflect a gerrymandered political landscape similar to California. Meanwhile, Governor JB Pritzker condemned Trump's push for mid-decade redistricting as corrupt, arguing that it would silence voters, especially within minority communities. The Texas house was unable to achieve quorum as Democrats continued to avoid session.
Trump asserted that Republicans are entitled to more congressional seats in Texas if new maps are approved, citing the state's strong governance and his historic voting success.
Critics of Trump's position, including Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, have condemned the mid-decade redistricting as a corrupt scheme that undermines voter representation, particularly among minorities.
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