We are following some breaking news and a setback for Republicans redistricting efforts in Texas. A federal court today blocking Texas from using a new congressional map that was at the heart of a national reckoning on the issue of redistricting after the president urged that state to redraw its districts to give Republicans more seats in next year's midterms. That of course prompted California Democrats to retaliate by redrawing their districts.the court ordering Texas to use its old map which was passed i ...

Redistricting Implications - The Texas redistricting decision could have major implications for the 2026 midterm elections [1][2][3] - California voters overwhelmingly approved new congressional lines that could net Democrats up to five more seats in the next year's House election [3] - The redistricting situation in Texas is unusual because it's happening outside the typical ten-year census cycle [4][5] Legal and Political Responses - The Texas redistricting decision is expected to be appealed, potentially reaching the Supreme Court [1] - Gavin Newsom stated California would "fight fire with fire," indicating a potential retaliatory approach to redistricting [4] - The courts are likely to expedite these redistricting cases due to the upcoming midterm elections [5] Midterm Election Impact - The redistricting process needs to be resolved quickly because voting is happening soon, with primaries in Texas in March [6][7] - The redistricting may influence candidates' decisions on whether to run again [7]

In Donald Trump’s second term, the Supreme Court has given him a series of green lights when he has tested the limits of his office. But after the final briefs in Trump v Illinois are filed, that may change https://t.co/1CZ6BW0RFV ...

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Core Viewpoint - The president claims that tariffs have contributed to the stock market reaching record highs [1] Group 1 - The president's statements were made during a "60 Minutes" interview [1]

Our friend, the judge, J. Michael Ludig joins me now. Judge, good morning.Thank you for being with us. >> Good morning, Ally. It's a pleasure always to be with you.You have said, judge, that this moment is unlike any that we've seen to test the judiciary uh the way it's being tested. What makes this more dangerous, for instance, than previous constitutional crises like like Watergate or even McCarthyism. Ally, Judge Greyber's uh um words were an extraordinary plea from a sitting judge, historical.And the si ...

Trade Policy & Congressional Action - The Senate adopted a resolution to overturn Trump's authority to set tariffs using AIPA [1] - The Senate approved three resolutions this week, one on all tariffs using AIPA, one focused on Canada, and one on Brazil [2] - Four to five Republicans joined Democrats to overturn Trump's power, but the House is not expected to take it up [2] - The resolutions are largely symbolic at this point [2] Potential Impact & Supreme Court - The Supreme Court's ruling on AIPA could impact the president's ability to impose tariffs [3][4] - Congressional concerns exist regarding the impact of tariffs, even within the president's own party [4][5] - Lawmakers have concerns about what these tariffs mean for their constituents [5]

Supreme Court wants more time and information before deciding if Trump can send National Guard to Chicago. https://t.co/Im6d4OOaId ...

So, President Trump now says he might show up in person to watch the Supreme Court argue his authority to set sweeping tariffs. A decision from the justices could overturn lower court rulings which found the president has no legal authority to impose countryspecific tariffs from earlier this year. Trump calls it one of the most important cases ever brought.So, joining me now to talk about it, former US attorney and host of the Talking Feds podcast, our friend Harry Litman. Harry, what is your reaction to Tr ...

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