Former President Trump is actively involved in Texas' redistricting efforts, aiming to increase Republican representation in Congress. Trump has urged Texas Republicans to swiftly pass redistricting maps before Democrats have a chance to counter.

The redistricting plans, supported by Texas GOP lawmakers, have received praise from Trump as a strategic move to add five GOP congressional seats nationwide. However, Democratic lawmakers in Texas have walked out in protest, delaying the finalization of the maps.

New York Times columnist, Thomas Friedman, has spoken out against Trump and Texas Governor Abbott's redistricting plans, comparing them to "mustard gas on democracy." Critics argue that the redistricting efforts are an attempt to manipulate political boundaries for partisan gain.

As the redistricting battle wages on, the outcome will have significant implications for the balance of power in Congress. With Trump's involvement in the process, the fight for control over redistricting in Texas is far from over.