Texas House passes new congressional maps

Redistricting Plan & Political Impact - Texas House passed Governor Abbott's redistricting plan, potentially adding five Republican seats to the US Congress [1] - Democrats protested the redistricting plan, alleging it's illegal and racially discriminatory [2] - The redistricting plan is expected to be signed into law quickly, possibly as soon as Friday [3][4] - Legal challenges are expected, focusing on alleged racial considerations in drawing the district lines [4][5] California's Response - Governor Gavin Newsom is proposing a "trigger bill" in response to Texas, aiming to create five more Democratic seats in California [6][7] - California's actions are intended to balance the control of Congress in the 2026 midterms [7] Social Media & Political Messaging - Governor Newsom is using social media with a tone and style similar to former President Trump [9][10] - Newsom defends his social media strategy as a wake-up call and a mimicry of the former president [10]