Welcome back. And joining me now is Democratic Governor Wes Moore of Maryland. Governor Moore, welcome back to Meet the Press.>> Great to be with you again. >> It is great to have you. Thanks so much for being here.You just heard my conversation with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant. He says the economy is stronger than this latest jobs report would suggest. And he echoed the president that Americans need to give this tariff policy time to work.What say you. I is that a fair argument. No, because I think pe ...

[Music] All right, let me start with a question. When was the last time you felt like your member of Congress represented you. Okay.Yeah, you're laughing. Exactly. You're not alone.I get this question very frequently. What the hell is going on in Washington. And do you have any idea what my representative does for me.I totally get it. Look, we live in a time of deep cynicism. Um, lot of distrust.We don't like how these guys are operating. And you look at it feels like money and politics keeps average people ...

Gerrymandering is only one of the threats to the 2026 midterms, writes @RonBrownstein. The real danger is more ominous (via @opinion) https://t.co/bqOCVdVNgD ...

Political Landscape & Gerrymandering - Indiana Republicans met with Donald Trump at the White House regarding gerrymandering efforts to maintain Republican control of the House [1] - The focus of gerrymandering is likely to target one seat in northwestern Indiana currently held by Democratic Congressman Frank Murvan [1] - Locals protested these gerrymandering efforts at the state house in Indianapolis [2] Economic Impact & Bipartisan Efforts - The American Rescue Plan brought hundreds of millions to billions of dollars to Indiana, which were used for economic development [4] - Congressman Murvan worked with Senator Young on the Chips and Science Act, leading to a semiconductor manufacturer (SK Heinik) at Purdue West Lafayette [5] - This semiconductor manufacturer will help the auto industry and STEM education [5][6] - Congressman Murvan highlights his bipartisan work on projects like a commuter rail system, creating jobs for Teamsters and electricians [7] Potential Consequences of a Monolithic Government - The state could lose benefits from bipartisan efforts if it becomes 100% Republican [4] - The current administration is putting financial pressure on state lawmakers and threatening them with primaries to achieve its goals [3] - It is short-term thinking to believe a straight red state in Congress will remain in the majority forever [7]

Fresh off a pressure campaign against Texas Republicans who complied and redrrew their maps today. Donald Trump hosted Republican lawmakers from Indiana, Indiana appears to be the next target in the Trump administration's very transparent but shameless power grab to shield Republicans from being accountable to the will of voters in the 2026 midterm elections. But there's some new polling from Indiana that has a bit of a warning light for state Republicans there. Politico reports this quote, "52% of register ...

From @WSJopinion: Gerrymanders reduce political competition, and they’re getting worse over time. Congress could set limits on the practice, but incumbents want safer seats. Unless voters rebel, it will continue. https://t.co/TZbJrwX4OR ...

Redistricting Strategies & Impact - Texas Republicans aim to gain five more seats in Congress by redrawing districts, specifically targeting cities like Austin, Dallas, and Houston, and two seats in South Texas [1][4] - Democrats in California plan to neutralize Texas's efforts through redistricting, potentially targeting districts like the 1st District by connecting rural areas with the liberal coast [2][14] - Republicans are banking on gains made with Latino voters in 2024, particularly in South Texas, but these gains are not guaranteed [6] Key States & Districts - In Texas, the proposed map splits up the Fort Worth District and packs Democrats into two districts in Dallas, creating a solidly Republican district [7][8] - The proposed map in Austin packs many Democratic voters into one seat, making it a heavily Democratic district [10] - Republicans are looking to take seats from Democrats in Missouri, Indiana (two seats), Florida (around three seats), and Ohio (between two and three seats) [16][17] Potential Outcomes & Challenges - The next Congress is likely to be fairly polarized due to mid-decade redistricting, a trend not seen before [19] - Republicans may face legal challenges to the proposed maps in California, potentially leading to court rulings [15] - It's uncertain whether Democrats in New York have enough time to implement a new map for the midterm elections [17]

The last word with Lawrence O'Donnell starts right now with my my good friend Melissa Murray in for Lawrence. Good evening, Melissa. >> Good evening, Chris.Thank you. >> You're welcome. >> Republicans in Texas have moved forward with Donald Trump's plan to redraw congressional districts.What's the goal. Well, to give Donald Trump and the GOP five additional seats in the 2026 midterm elections, which are now just 439 days away. In the Texas state capital today, Democrats didn't hold back, condemning the maps ...

Welcome to Meet the Press Now. I'm Peter Alexander here in Washington as the president tries to rewrite the rules to help Republicans to keep control of the levers of power here in Washington. Starting in Texas, where the state's Republican controlled House answered his call to pass new gerrymandered congressional maps that could give Republicans five more seats in Congress in the 2026 midterms.Those maps are expected to sail through the Texas Senate. Could happen as early as later today. They could land on ...

Desperate times, desperate measures for Democrats this afternoon. From California to New York and everywhere in between. Just moments ago, the California State Assembly approved a ballot measure allowing for a vote on a new congressional map on November 4th.It'll head to the Senate, then presumably the governor's desk for signing. It is an inkind response to what happened late last night in Texas when Republicans there in transparently political fashion forged and passed a new district map mid decade that s ...