Texas Governor Greg Abbott has called a special legislative session with an agenda that includes 18 items, focusing primarily on redistricting, flood response in the Hill Country, and regulations related to THC. The session aims to address unfinished Republican priorities as well. The redistricting plan under consideration involves cutting several congressional districts, including Texas' 28th (Henry Cuellar's seat), 32nd (Julie Johnson's seat), 34th (Vicente Gonzalez's seat), and an additional seat in the Houston area. This move comes amid concerns from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding racial gerrymandering. Democrats in Texas have expressed intentions to oppose the proposed redistricting, viewing it as an attempt to manipulate upcoming elections. National figures have also commented on the broader implications of redistricting efforts, with discussions about political control and election advantages extending beyond Texas.