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Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, has signed a new congressional map into law, securing an additional five Republican-leaning U.S. House districts ahead of competitive midterm elections expected in 2026.

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This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Federal judges blocked Texas from using its newly redrawn congressional map for 2026, ruling the GOP-led ...