Democrats vow a redistricting counterpunch but are facing hurdles Republicans don't
Democrats are expected to lag behind Republicans in the 2026 redistricting process for the U.S. House. They face significant hurdles, including self-imposed constraints and the need for voter approval to change established redistricting commissions. Despite these challenges, Democrats are still favored to gain control of the House in the upcoming elections, although the path to a majority in 2028 appears more difficult.
- ▪Democrats are poised to finish several seats behind Republicans in the nationwide race to redraw maps for the U.S. House in 2026.
- ▪They must overcome redistricting hurdles that the GOP does not face, including constraints on drawing partisan lines.
- ▪Recent Supreme Court decisions have allowed Republicans to eliminate majority-Black House seats, complicating Democrats' efforts.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onDemocrats vow a redistricting counterpunch but are facing hurdles Republicans don'tDemocrats are poised to finish several seats behind Republicans in 2026 in the nationwide race to redraw maps for the U.S. HouseByNICHOLAS RICCARDI Associated PressMay 24, 2026, 7:47 AM1:12FILE - A truck passes political signs outside a polling place at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in South Hill, Va., on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Allen G. Breed)The Associated PressDemocrats are poised to finish several seats behind Republicans in 2026 in the nationwide race to redraw maps for the U.S. House.
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