Texas Governor Greg Abbott signs law redrawing congressional maps
Greg Abbott passed the controversial redistricting bill in an effort to flip five congressional seats in Texas from Democrat to Republican.
Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick addresses lawmakers from the dais during a session in the State Senate, as Republicans attempt to pass an HB 4, a bill that would redraw the state's 38 Congressional Districts, at Texas State Capitol in Austin, Texas, U.S. August 23, 2025.(photo credit: REUTERS/SERGIO FLORES)ByREUTERS