Federal Court Blocks Texas New Redistricting Maps, Citing Racial ProfilingA federal court has halted Texas from implementing its new redistricting maps for the 2026 midterm elections, citing racial profiling. The decision, made by a three-judge panel, was a two-to-one ruling. The majority opinion, penned by Judge Jeffrey Brown, sided with civil and voting rights groups, who argued that the maps were designed to target Hispanic and Black communities to gain more Republican seats. The court issued a preliminary injunction to prevent the new maps from taking effect. However, Judge Jerry Smith dissented, claiming the ruling was politically motivated and that the states goal was to target Democrats, not minority communities. The case is now headed to the U.S. Supreme Court, with Texas state leaders already filing appeals. This ongoing legal battle underscores the deep divisions and high stakes involved in redistricting, with significant implications for future elections and representation.

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