AUSTIN, August 24, 2025 — Texas Representatives Al Green and Jasmine Crockett are set to lose their congressional seats following the Texas Legislature’s approval of a new congressional map, passed by the GOP-led House and Senate. The redistricting plan, driven by President Trump’s directive to bolster Republican control, redraws district lines to flip five Democratic seats, significantly altering the political landscape for the 2026 midterms.
The map targets Democratic strongholds, including Green’s Houston-based 9th District and Crockett’s Dallas-based 30th District. Green, a veteran congressman known for his vocal protests against Trump, now faces a redrawn district favoring Republicans by 15 points. Crockett’s home has been shifted into the 33rd District, pitting her against Rep. Marc Veasey in a potential primary showdown. Critics, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, denounce the map as a “gerrymander” that dilutes minority voting power, particularly for Black and Latino communities. The U.S. Department of Justice flagged four Texas districts, including Green’s, as unconstitutional “coalition districts.”
Texas Democrats, including Crockett, fought the plan by breaking quorum, fleeing to Chicago to delay the vote. Their return allowed Republicans to push the map through, with Governor Greg Abbott expected to sign it. Supporters argue the redistricting reflects Texas’ conservative shift, ensuring fairer representation. Crockett, a rising Democratic star, has hinted at running in the new 33rd District or even exploring a Senate bid, while Green’s political future remains uncertain. The move signals a bold GOP strategy to solidify its grip on Texas’ congressional delegation.
