Map drawing battles between parties continue
Technology and politics make gerrymandering stronger than before.
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Drawing voting district maps has become a political fight. Texas Republicans plan to change five Democratic seats to Republican ones. This could help them control Congress in 2026.
California's Democratic Governor wants to redraw maps to get five seats for Democrats. Many other states might do the same. Computer technology makes this easier now.
People suggest solutions like making rules for map makers, using courts, or having independent groups draw maps. But these solutions have problems. The best answer might be national rules, but politicians don't want to give up their power.
This problem will probably continue.
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