LIVE: Texas Gov. Abbott signs Trump-backed redistricting bill

Watch live coverage as Texas Governor Greg Abbott signs the state Senate approved measure marking a major step in a mid-decade redistricting effort backed by President Trump, who urged Texas lawmakers to secure more Republican seats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Trump initially led the calls for Texas to redraw its congressional map, saying his party is “entitled to” five more congressional seats from the state. That’s what the maps intend to do: By redrawing congressional district boundaries in key ...