The gambit has triggered a national redistricting war, with governors of both parties threatening to initiate similar efforts in other states.

"We’re going to fight fire with fire," California Democratic lawmakers say after Texas House approves new conservative redistricting map.

Republicans' attempts to redraw congressional maps in a bid to leverage votes has been approved by legislators in Texas.

Texas lawmakers approved a redistricting map giving Republicans five more U.S. House seats, shifting the delegation to 30–7.

It will be the first test of whether Roy’s at times frosty relationship with President Trump — and his turn against Paxton — can withstand scrutiny in a statewide primary.

Geoff Duncan, who recently made national headlines when he switched political parties, has confirmed he is considering making a Georgia gubernatorial run.