💨 Abstract

In August 2025, Democratic lawmakers from Texas fled to hinder Republican-led redistricting efforts, spotlighting a long history of gerrymandering. The term "gerrymandering," dating back to 1812, refers to manipulating legislative maps for political gain. Redistricting occurs every ten years, often managed by state legislatures, leading to potential abuses like packing or diluting opposing party voters.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff