Texas Redistricting Sparks Controversy as Democrat Jasmine Crockett Fears Loss of Seat [WATCH]

Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett expressed serious concerns on Friday during a legislative hearing in Austin about the possibility of losing her congressional seat due to upcoming redistricting plans. The proposed map, which has advanced out of committee along party lines, would significantly alter several Democratic-leaning districts across major cities like Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio. Crockett, representing a predominantly Democratic district in Houston, highlighted that the new redistricting would place her outside her current district boundaries, raising questions about her re-election prospects. She emphasized the importance of considering community integrity and legal standards, noting that the map contains multiple red flags and could influence court decisions. The plan proposes to redraw five Democratic districts and establish three new Republican-favored districts, along with shifting two other districts into Republican territory. This has sparked debate over fairness and representation, especially as the map affects key metropolitan areas. In addition to the local political implications, the redistricting comes amid ongoing legal discussions regard...