In a stark rebuke to Democratic opponents, Texas Governor Greg Abbott hailed Tuesday’s U.S. Supreme Court decision blocking an Ohio federal judge’s ruling against the state’s 2025 congressional map.
“The entire redistricting process is deeply concerning,” stated Attorney General Ken Paxton regarding the Ohio court ruling. “This temporary measure feels like a desperate attempt to undermine fair elections before they even take place.”
The Supreme Court, however, painted a different picture. Chief Justice John Roberts Jr., writing for the 5-4 majority, directed lower courts to assess claims of racial gerrymandering against the Texas map.
“This case requires us to balance competing claims,” said Chief Justice Roberts. “We will examine whether this proposal improperly dilutes minority voting strength.”
The Ohio ruling itself was based on allegations that Texas officials deliberately crafted its legislative districts to favor certain candidates, a charge Governor Abbott strongly denied.
“The process is transparent and follows all established procedures,” declared Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick concerning the redistricting effort.
Opponents argued these partisan motivations were blatant violations of election integrity principles.
