Texas Democrats prevented their state’s House of Representatives from moving forward, at least for now, with a redrawn congressional map sought by President Donald Trump to shore up Republicans’ 2026 midterm prospects as his political standing falters. After dozens of Democrats left the state, the Republican-dominated House was unable to establish the quorum of lawmakers required to do business. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, FRANCE 24’s Sharon Gaffney welcomes David Schultz, Distinguished University Professor in the Departments of Political Science, Environmental Studies, and Legal Studies at Hamline University.
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