Trump aides want Texas to redraw its congressional maps to boost the GOP. What would that mean?

The proposal would require the Texas Legislature to return for a special session to carry out the rare move of reshaping the state’s political boundaries mid-decade. WASHINGTON — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Texas Tribune. Read the original article here. Republicans representing Texas in Congress are considering this week whether to … Read more

Protests over immigration raids pop up across the US with more planned

Activists say they will hold even larger demonstrations in the coming days, with “No Kings” events across the country on Saturday. WASHINGTON — Protests over federal immigration enforcement raids and President Donald Trump’s move to mobilize the National Guard and Marines in Los Angeles are spreading nationwide and are expected to continue into the weekend. While … Read more