Podcasts about Redistricting

A Pentagon watchdog report and video of a deadly boat strike in the Caribbean deepen scrutiny of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's actions. Federal agents arrested a Virginia man accused of planting the Jan. 6 pipe bombs after a years-long investigation that uncovered new forensic leads. And the Supreme Court cleared Texas to use a Republican-drawn congressional map that could shift multiple House seats and reshape the 2026 midterms.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Andrew Sussman, Anna Yukhananov, Ben Swasey, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from David Greenburg. And our technical director is Stacey Abbott.Our Executive Producer is Jay ShaylorLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

In politics, you play to win. So why are Indiana Republicans refusing to do so? The show explains why Turning Point Action is readying primary challenges for Republicans who won’t redraw Indiana’s congressional map. Then, Ken Paxton touts a SCOTUS victory that will add GOP seats in Texas. Andrew and Blake share new info on the J6 pipe bomb suspect. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was another busy week in the political world. We discuss the Supreme Court's approval of Texas' redrawn congressional map, Democrats' performance in a Tennessee special election, and President Trump's dismissal of worries about "affordability" as a "con job." This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Episode 4975: SCOTUS Hands Texas A Massive Victory And The Fight For Redistricting

Yesterday's congressional briefings on September's strikes on an alleged drug trafficking boat has drawn mixed reactions from lawmakers.  The Supreme Court has ruled on the Trump administration's plan to change Texas' congressional map. There's been an update on the Justice Department's case against Letitia James. The leader of an anti-Hamas militia in Gaza has been killed. Plus, we explain why several countries are boycotting the Eurovision Song Contest this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is presented by Create A Video – The US Supreme Court ruled that the new redistricting map drawn by Texas Republicans can remain in place for the upcoming midterms. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Todd breaks down the high-stakes redistricting battle in Indiana and why it could decide control of Congress for the rest of the Trump administration. He's joined by special guest Paul Lagemann, State Advocacy Manager for Heritage Action, to explain how mid-decade redistricting works, why Democrats are crying “unfair,” and what “honest” map-drawing really looks like. They dig into the history of gerrymandering, the impact of counting non-citizens in the census, and the pressure campaign on key Indiana senators ahead of Monday's vote. Todd also highlights how Hoosiers can engage their legislators without joining the left's screaming matches. Plus, hear from our partners in biblically aligned investing, natural wellness, and advanced wealth planning.  48 Financial – https://48financial.com/toddChristopher's Organic Botanicals – https://christophersorganicbotanicals.comFull Suite Wealth – https://fullsuitewealth.com

Congressman Bob Onder discusses the recent narco boat strikes and criticizes Democratic outrage as hypocritical, contrasting it with past U.S. actions against terrorists abroad. He highlights Trump's strategy targeting Venezuelan drug operations and frames it as a necessary measure to protect Americans. Onder also addresses recent Texas redistricting victories, the Missouri ballot language rewrite for Amendment 3, and ongoing concerns about political weaponization of federal authorities, including Jack Smith's handling of Trump-related investigations.

Hour 3 opens with a focus on drug boat strikes and the political hypocrisy surrounding the term “narco-terrorist,” featuring insights from Congressman Bob Onder and analysis of past and present U.S. policy on targeting drug operations abroad. The conversation also covers Texas redistricting and Missouri ballot language controversies, highlighting partisan court decisions and political implications. The hour closes with a discussion of Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal, evaluating its practicality, equity implications, and potential benefits for homeowners versus banks.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a Democrat from New York, says Republicans lied to the voters about trying to drive down "the high cost of living." Jeffries also says millions of Americans will see their healthcare costs go up because the GOP is not going to extend the Obamacare tax credits. He speaks to Bloomberg's Joe Mathieu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Todd breaks down the high-stakes redistricting battle in Indiana and why it could decide control of Congress for the rest of the Trump administration. He's joined by special guest Paul Lagemann, State Advocacy Manager for Heritage Action, to explain how mid-decade redistricting works, why Democrats are crying “unfair,” and what “honest” map-drawing really looks like. They dig into the history of gerrymandering, the impact of counting non-citizens in the census, and the pressure campaign on key Indiana senators ahead of Monday's vote. Todd also highlights how Hoosiers can engage their legislators without joining the left's screaming matches. Plus, hear from our partners in biblically aligned investing, natural wellness, and advanced wealth planning.  48 Financial – https://48financial.com/toddChristopher's Organic Botanicals – https://christophersorganicbotanicals.comFull Suite Wealth – https://fullsuitewealth.com

Vaccine skepticism rules Florida on 5th anniversary of the COVID "jab," crunch time for controversial congressional redistricting and priorities for Gov. Ron DeSantis' last Florida legislative rodeo. Antonio Fins, Ana Goni-Lessan and John Kennedy of the USA Today Florida Network unpack it all.

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On the Thursday December 4th edition of Georgia Today: A new CDC report shows Georgia near the bottom of the list for life expectancy; The Atlanta based UPS is facing two wrongful death lawsuits; And the Atlanta Board of Education just approved a new school redistricting plan, much to the dismay of some community members.

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Indiana redistricting is suddenly the center of the political universe, and Todd breaks down why. National Enterprise Director for Turning Point Action, Brett Galaszewski, joins the show to explain how new House maps in this deep red state could decide who controls Congress after the 2026 midterms, why Indiana is now a firewall against Gavin Newsom and the radical left, and what's really driving some “Republicans” to resist a 9–0 GOP map. Todd and Brett preview Friday's All In For Indiana rally at the Statehouse, talk strategy for calling key senators, and challenge conservatives to use every legal, moral tool available to save the constitutional republic.

A bill that would redraw Indiana's congressional map to benefit Republicans was passed through committee Tuesday after hours of testimony. A push to redraw Indiana's congressional districts has divided Republicans in the solidly conservative state. Last year, Indiana froze enrollment for a program that helps low income families pay for child care and preschool, and the state has kept making cuts. More than 36 percent of people released from prison return within three years, according to the Indiana Department of Correction. Officials in Clark County, Indiana report drug overdose deaths so far this year are half what they were last fall. The City of Indianapolis says it's been hard at work making roads and trails safe after Monday night's snowfall. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Indiana redistricting is suddenly the center of the political universe, and Todd breaks down why. National Enterprise Director for Turning Point Action, Brett Galaszewski, joins the show to explain how new House maps in this deep red state could decide who controls Congress after the 2026 midterms, why Indiana is now a firewall against Gavin Newsom and the radical left, and what's really driving some “Republicans” to resist a 9–0 GOP map. Todd and Brett preview Friday's All In For Indiana rally at the Statehouse, talk strategy for calling key senators, and challenge conservatives to use every legal, moral tool available to save the constitutional republic.

December 2nd, 2025, 5pm: Nicolle Wallace continues to cover the “double tap” boat strike and the White House's response – and then, moves on to discuss the holiday deportation of a college student and the strange case of Indiana's redistricting push. We also keep an eye on the special election in the Tennessee House.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewh For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Indiana House Republicans have shared their proposal for a new congressional map for Indiana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Texas Republicans to lose another incumbent in Congress to retirement but this one has a twist of a twin thrown in. Plus other political and campaign news such as RINO state Rep. VanDeaver deciding a re-election bid to the House isn't something he wants to go through.Democrats throw in the towel on their legal challenge to Tarrant County's redistricting. Tarrant County Judge Tim O'Hare continues to impress as a true pro-taxpayer conservative leader.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Corpus Christi man gains notoriety (or infamy) for handing out cheap Harbor Freight machetes to vagrants and bums. Gotta have something to clear out new bum camps with under those stream bridges!Another bad asylum call: Afghan national allegedly threatened to bomb Fort Worth. Afghan accused of killing national guard soldier in DC was known, and reported, by many to “spiraling into mania” but was given asylum anyway.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates. www.PrattonTexas.com

Indiana's back on the national radar as lawmakers reopen the congressional map and launch a fierce redistricting battle that could help decide who controls the House of Representatives. Todd explains why he supports revisiting Indiana's districts now, what's really driving the “cheating” and “election rigging” accusations, and how narrow the GOP margin in Congress actually is. He walks through claims that the new map violates the state constitution, hits the myths about gerrymandering and “proportional representation,” and connects it all to a broader fight against the weaponization of government, open borders, and counting illegal aliens in the census. Plus, why conservatives must use every legal political tool available if they want to stop the radical left's agenda.

Indiana's back on the national radar as lawmakers reopen the congressional map and launch a fierce redistricting battle that could help decide who controls the House of Representatives. Todd explains why he supports revisiting Indiana's districts now, what's really driving the “cheating” and “election rigging” accusations, and how narrow the GOP margin in Congress actually is. He walks through claims that the new map violates the state constitution, hits the myths about gerrymandering and “proportional representation,” and connects it all to a broader fight against the weaponization of government, open borders, and counting illegal aliens in the census. Plus, why conservatives must use every legal political tool available if they want to stop the radical left's agenda.

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Rep. Blake Moore's Health ACCESS Act explained -- Gov. Cox on redistricting legal battle, and writing a book

From Texas redistricting battles to Lane Kiffin’s coaching saga, Michael Berry dives into the latest political news, Supreme Court decisions, and college football buzz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Redistricting isn't as complicated as the political class wants you to think. Today, Todd explains what's happening with Indiana's congressional maps, why Trump is urging Republican governors to secure new GOP-leaning districts, and how it all ties into control of the US House and the future of his agenda. Todd breaks down gerrymandering vs normal redistricting, the role of state legislatures, and why many “moderate” Democrats from red states still end up empowering radical leftist leadership in Washington. He also calls out Indiana Senate leader Rod Bray for dodging transparency on this fight and explains why constitutional conservatives must use every legal, moral, and ethical tool to defend liberty.

Indiana lawmakers return to the Statehouse Monday to discuss redrawing congressional maps. A Republican state senator says he'll be voting “no” on mid-decade redistricting – citing President Trump's choice of words as a reason. Indiana families are grappling with increased costs for child care after cuts to state vouchers. The trial of former FOX sports analyst Mark Sanchez has been delayed until next year. In recognition of World AIDS Day, the Damien Center will commemorate people who died of AIDS and celebrate survivors at events this week in Indianapolis. The Athenaeum Christkindlmarkt is back in Indianapolis with food, drinks and festive activities for families. Now that it's completed the first perfect season in school history, the Indiana football team can't afford to look back. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Redistricting isn't as complicated as the political class wants you to think. Today, Todd explains what's happening with Indiana's congressional maps, why Trump is urging Republican governors to secure new GOP-leaning districts, and how it all ties into control of the US House and the future of his agenda. Todd breaks down gerrymandering vs normal redistricting, the role of state legislatures, and why many “moderate” Democrats from red states still end up empowering radical leftist leadership in Washington. He also calls out Indiana Senate leader Rod Bray for dodging transparency on this fight and explains why constitutional conservatives must use every legal, moral, and ethical tool to defend liberty.

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Send us a textAhead of the 2026 Election, North Carolina's Republican lawmakers — at the request of President Trump — have passed a new congressional map intended to squeeze out one more Republican seat in Congress. The new map will also make it more difficult for northeastern Black voters to elect their preferred candidate. In this episode, we break down what's happening and how it's playing out in the courts. We talk to Chistopher Cooper, a political science professor at Western Carolina University. Then, we hear from two of the plaintiffs on the lawsuit against state Republican lawmakers for the newest map: Bob Phillips from Common Cause and Dawn Daley-Mack of the Northampton County NAACP. This is the second part of a series on redistricting in eastern North Carolina. Listen to the first part here Support the showwww.shoresides.org

Send us a textNorth Carolina's Black Belt is a cluster of northeastern counties known for its rich soil and history. And now, it's the site of one of the most enduring issues in the state: redistricting. But this isn't the first time that the region has been redistricted to disenfranchise Black voters.In this episode, we go back to the turn of the 20th century, when white supremacists dismantled “The Black Second,” or North Carolina's first majority-Black congressional district. This event would set up a century-long struggle between Black voters and those in power who sought to disenfranchise them — a struggle happening to this day. Shoresides talked to two eastern North Carolinians. David Cecelski is a historian and storyteller from Carteret County who has written countless works on coastal NC. James Williams Jr. is a retired lawyer who grew up in the Black Belt — Plymouth, to be exact — during the Jim Crow era and Civil Rights Movement. This is the first part of a series on redistricting in eastern North Carolina. Host / Producer: Layna HongSupport the showwww.shoresides.org

When the Missouri legislature began to redraw maps mid-decade, it reminded a reporter of a very specific movie scene. The film was Air Bud, and although the plot focuses on a loophole that allows a dog to play basketball, some in Missouri say there are similarities to the battle over gerrymandering, and the result could have a lasting impact on the state's government. Miles Parks speaks with St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Linah Mohammad. It was edited by Adam Raney. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The nationwide redistricting war is in full effect as President Trump is determined to keep a Republican majority in 2026. If Democrats get back into power they will begin their impeachment campaign and do everything they can to stop President Trump and the mandate he was elected to fulfill. Today on the Sean Spicer Show we are going to walk through every state that is in the mix. If it wasn't for Texas going on offense, Democrats plan was to sue and litigate their way to a majority. Texas' new congressional map picks up 5 seats for Republicans, but California's Prop 50 potentially picks up 5 seats for Democrats. Adam walks us through every state that Republicans are moving forward with redistricting efforts, then every state where Democrats are redistricting. This could end with a few different outcomes and Adam lays out the probable scenarios and ultimately if Republicans will maintain the majority in 2026. Featuring: Adam Kincaid President & Executive Director | NRRT ⁠https://republicanredistricting.org/⁠ Today's show is sponsored by: Beam Are you tossing and turning at night and running on fumes during the day? If so, then you are missing out on the most important part of your wellness, sleep. If you want to wake up refreshed, inspired and ready to take on the day then you have to try Beam's Dream powder. This best-selling blend of Reishi, Magnesium, L-Theanine, Apigenin and Melatonin will help you fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up refreshed. Right now, during Beam's Cyber Sale, you can get Beam's Dream powder for 50% OFF just head to https://shopbeam.com/SPICER to receive 50% off your order. Keksi Cookies Keksi is a gourmet cookie company known for making cookies so good, people actually talk about them. Keksi cookies are both grandma approved and social media worthy. These cookies are so good you will want to post about them and tell all your friends. These are the kind of cookies you'd expect at Grandma's house on Christmas morning. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or honestly… keeping for yourself. Keksi's Christmas Box is available now! It's packed with limited-edition holiday flavors and makes the perfect gift. But don't wait — these always sell out fast. Order your Christmas box today at ⁠https://www.keksi.com/⁠⁠ use code: SEAN15 at checkout for 15% OFF! ------------------------------------------------------------- 1️⃣ Subscribe and ring the bell for new videos: https://youtube.com/seanmspicer?sub_confirmation=1 2️⃣ Become a part of The Sean Spicer Show community: https://www.seanspicer.com/ 3️⃣ Listen to the full audio show on all platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-spicer-show/id1701280578 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/32od2cKHBAjhMBd9XntcUd iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-sean-spicer-show-120471641/ 4️⃣ Stay in touch with Sean on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanmspicer Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicer Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanmspicer/ 5️⃣ Follow The Sean Spicer Show on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanspicershow Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicershow Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanspicershow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 4954: Special Session On Redistricting In Indiana;

Amid an abundance of legal issues Mary and Andrew are keeping tabs on, this episode begins with the dismissal of the cases against both James Comey and Letitia James over the unlawful appointment of interim U.S. attorney Lindsey Halligan. The co-hosts work through the judge's decision before reviewing some of the procedural missteps made by Halligan in the Comey case. Next comes the news that the Pentagon is investigating Senator Mark Kelly over a video he and other lawmakers made assuring military personnel they are not obligated to follow illegal orders. As Andrew notes, “Isn't that the law? And isn't that what a president and the head of the Department of Defense want?” And last up, Andrew and Mary touch on a double standard over redistricting efforts, as the Justice Department sues California under a pretense of racial gerrymandering, while notably refraining from leveling similar challenges to Texas' redistricting plans. Further reading/watching:Here is the Washington Post piece Mary and Andrew referred to: White House blew past legal concerns in deadly strikes on drug boats.WATCH: Here is the video from Sen. Kelly and others: We want to speak directly to members of the Military and the Intelligence Community... Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two lawsuits aiming to force Wisconsin to redraw its congressional maps will be heard by panels of three judges. Their decision could reshape the state’s political representation. Hear why your […]

What congressional map will Texas be using for the fast-approaching 2026 midterms? It's up to the Supreme Court to decide.

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FBI Director Kash Patel is being called out for mis-using law enforcement. Patel assigned an FBI SWAT team to protect his girlfriend Alexis Wilkins after she faced online threats. The agents didn't live up to Patel's standards for private security. The agents went to the Georgia World Congress Center where Wilkins was speaking and when they found the venue secured and Wilkins in no danger, they left before the event ended. Patel reportedly tore into the team's commander. It wasn't the only time agents were assigned to watch over Wilkins. Should he have paid for her security himself or should taxpayers assume the cost?We will ask Pulitzer Prize winning author and investigative journalist David Cay Johnston for his thoughts. Does Trump really mean what he says? Linguists Michael Fragomeni and Peter Woods try to make sense of the current political situation.Jefferson Graham joins for Tech Tuesday.The Mark Thompson Show 11/25/25Patreon subscribers are the backbone of the show! If you'd like to help, here's our Patreon Link:https://www.patreon.com/themarkthompsonshowMaybe you're more into PayPal.  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=PVBS3R7KJXV24And you'll find everything on our website: https://www.themarkthompsonshow.com

In the 5 AM hour, Andrew Langer and Hans von Spakovsky discussed: TERROR FUNDING: “The Largest Funder of Al-Shabaab Is the Minnesota Taxpayer” — Trump Responds by Ending TPS for Somalis in Minnesota EXECUTIVE ORDER: Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Certain Muslim Brotherhood Chapters as Terrorist Groups REDISTRICTING BATTLE: Texas Awaits U.S. Supreme Court Decision on Redistricting Case Ahead of 2026 Midterms Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leah, Melissa, and Kate dive into the raging legal battles over redistricting ahead of next year's midterms, Interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan's massive oopsies in her prosecution of James Comey, developments with L'Affaire Epstein, and other assorted legal quagmires and outrages from the Trump administration. Then, Kate chats with University of Minnesota Law Professor Jill Hasday about her book We the Men: How Forgetting Women's Struggles for Equality Perpetuates Inequality. Check out Leah's review of Justice Amy Coney Barrett's book, Listening to the Law, for the Los Angeles Review of Books here.Favorite things:Kate: Lux, Rosalía; The Unraveling of the Justice Department, Emily Bazelon and Rachel Poser (NYT); Wild Dark Shore, Charlotte McConaghy; The Gods of New York: Egotists, Idealists, Opportunists, and the Birth of the Modern City: 1986-1990, Jonathan MahlerLeah: Mature, Hilary Duff; The Pop-Tarts Bowl; Cupcakin' Bake Shop in BerkeleyMelissa: Judith Browne Dianis & Alexei Navalny win the inaugural Kettering Democracy Prize; Meghan's Moment, Kaitlyn Greenidge (Harper's Bazaar); Meet the Veteran Who Chases ICE on a Scooter, Isabela Dias (Mother Jones) Get tickets for STRICT SCRUTINY LIVE – The Bad Decisions Tour 2025! 3/6/26 – San Francisco3/7/26 – Los AngelesLearn more: http://crooked.com/eventsOrder your copy of Leah's book, Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad VibesFollow us on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In states like Texas, California, Kansas and beyond, politicians are fighting to redraw congressional maps that could shape power in America for years to come. The question many are asking is whether 2025's redistricting efforts are about upholding democracy or diluting representation? USA TODAY Chief Political Correspondent Phillip M. Bailey and USA TODAY Politics Reporter Kathryn Palmer join The Excerpt to hash out what the implications are for the 2026 midterm elections.UPDATE: Late Friday, Nov. 21, the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily revived Texas' contested congressional map while it considers the state's emergency appeal. Read more here.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@usatoday.com. Episode transcript available here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 4947: Redistricting And What's To Come In 2028; 28 Point Plan Of Failure

On Thursday's Mark Levin Show, a three-judge panel issued a 160-page order blocking Texas's new congressional redistricting plan, alleging it was unlawfully based on race rather than partisanship. In a scathing 104-page dissent, Judge Jerry Smith accused majority judges Jeffrey Vincent Brown and David Guaderrama of "pernicious judicial misbehavior" by denying him adequate time to review and respond, calling it the most outrageous judicial conduct he had encountered in 37 years. Smith argued the redistricting was driven by partisan gain, not racial animus, dismantling the majority's claims as deceptive, misleading, and factually erroneous. Hans von Spakovsky calls in to discuss this decision. Later, six Democratic members of Congress urged the U.S. military and national security personnel to reject and defy ‘illegal orders' from President Trump as commander-in-chief, which is an attempt to undermine the government, and overthrow the elected president. Trump has not issued unconstitutional or illegal orders and complies with court rulings. Their actions are disgusting and frightening. Also, Stephen A Smith calls in and addresses Michelle Obama saying men aren't ready to have a woman president. He also criticizes Democrats for the 43-day government shutdown over Obamacare subsidies, highlighting unfulfilled promises on costs and doctor retention. Afterward, Sean Hannity calls in to discuss law and order on the streets of America. Finally, Gabe Kaminsky calls in and exposes Nick Fuentes' nonprofit (tax exempt) America First Foundation group which is revamping for the 2026 midterm elections to "infiltrate politics" by evaluating candidates, guiding voter decisions, and mapping the "patronage networks" of the "Israel First lobby." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices