House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) has urged Democrats to respond appropriately to any actions taken by Republicans, including Texas’ attempt to rig congressional maps to add seats to the Republican column. California has responded forcefully, and Jeffries has been in touch with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) and other legislative leaders about redistricting efforts. He stated that House Democrats will respond forcefully, immediately, and appropriately to ensure that Donald Trump cannot steal the midterm elections. The Texas Legislature approved its newly redrawn maps, and Republicans have pledged to move forward with plans for redistricting in several other states, including Florida, Indiana, and Missouri. Democrats have launched a redistricting effort in California, and other blue states have indicated an interest in undertaking a similar endeavor. Jeffries’ statement highlights the ongoing battle against Republicans and the potential for more Democratic redistricting efforts across the country.
Jeffries suggests that more Democratic redistricting could be pursued, urging the public to wait and see what the future holds.
