Texas Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to deny a quorum are making their way back, each on their own timeline, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.

This congressional redistricting fight in Texas could very well have a domino effect across the country. Governor Gregg Abbott is trying to make his friend President Trump happy by redrawing the maps to make it easier for Republicans to win five more seats in Congress and maintain control on Capitol Hill.

As Gov. Gavin Newsom moves forward with his redistricting plan to counteract Texas’ push to eliminate five Democratic seats in Congress, Republican Rep. Ken Calvert decries the proposal that puts his seat at risk.

California lawmakers aim to release draft congressional maps on Friday that would give Democrats an advantage in the 2026 midterm elections. A spokesperson for California State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas confirmed the news to KTLA 5 News.

Houston has the highest number of eligible census tracts in Texas, and its metro could account for 25% of the state’s opportunity zones.

California tried to play by a higher set of standards with its independent redistricting, Newsom said. An election in November could change that.

The quarterback room at North Crowley got a little more competitive as the first week of high school football games in the Lone Star State approaches. According to a report by the Dallas Morning News,