A federal court in El Paso ruled that the redistricting backed by Trump and Republicans to reshape the map for the 2026 midterms was based on race, not just political advantage for the GOP.

Critics warn the move, which requires more time, money and staffers, could lead to confusion, errors and delayed results in key contests in Texas in March.

Don’t be surprised a Trump judge struck down the Texas gerrymander. Judge Jeff Brown has a reputation for putting precedent ahead of partisanship, writes the Houston Chronicle editorial board.

The Texas Republican Party has replaced its executive director amid a reported shakeup in the state party. Micah Cavanaugh, who previously served as chief of staff to North Texas Congressman Ron Wright as well as to Texas House Rep. Tony Tinderholt, was listed on the Texas GOP website as the new executive director Wednesday.

Texas congressman Lloyd Doggett pauses retirement plans after federal judges block GOP redistricting map in major gerrymandering ruling.

Taxpayers fund primary elections. Every eligible voter should have the right to participate — not just party loyalists. The Republican Party of Texas recently filed a lawsuit to shut independent voters out of its primary elections,

At a Texas Tribune Festival event on Thursday, the Beaumont Republican said his opposition to Trump and his agenda informed his decision to give up the speaker’s gavel last year.

Attorney General Ken Paxton has joined the Republican Party of Texas in its lawsuit against the state to close the March primary election. The decision has split the state’s top GOP leaders.