Recent approvals of new congressional maps in Texas by Republican lawmakers have sparked significant controversy and legal challenges, with critics decrying the potential for gerrymandering and its impact on the political landscape. The Texas Senate has passed a controversial map said to favor the GOP, with support from former President Trump. As the redistricting war escalates, Texas Democrats are staging protests and pushing back, while Republican efforts may reshape the U.S. House for years to come. The situation highlights an ongoing national struggle over electoral boundaries, especially in states like Texas and California, raising concerns about fair representation and voter influence.