Trump Threat Looms Over Republicans During Redistricting Fight

Sept. 19, 2025, 9:30 AM UTC

President Donald Trump‘s aggressive push to pick up seats in several red states via redistricting is forcing many Republicans into an uncomfortable position.

Trump has made no secret of his desire to redraw maps across the country with his unprecedented mid-decade redistricting crusade, while also applying pressure on Republicans to get in line and give him the changes he wants. However, more than half a dozen House Republicans, including some who spoke to Bloomberg Government anonymously to protect their relationships with the White House, privately expressed discomfort with the efforts over fears it could spark voter backlash.

Despite reservations, ...

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