Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett faces a significant challenge due to a newly proposed redistricting plan that could displace her from her current district. The plan, advanced by Republican lawmakers, redraws several congressional districts, including the 30th District, which Crockett currently represents. Under the new map, her residence would fall outside the 30th District, potentially forcing her to run in the newly drawn 33rd District, where her home is located.

Crockett and other Democrats have criticized the redistricting as a partisan maneuver aimed at consolidating Republican power. They argue that the changes disproportionately affect communities of color and dilute minority voting strength. Crockett has labeled the plan as “racist” and a deliberate attempt to silence Black and Brown voices in a state with a significant minority population.

In response, Crockett, along with Rep. Al Green, has filed a motion in federal court seeking to block the implementation of the new map. They argue that the redistricting unlawfully alters the boundaries of their districts, disrupting representation for their current voters. The legal challenge is part of an ongoing case involving the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) against Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

The outcome of this legal battle will have significant implications for Texas politics and the 2026 congressional elections. If the new map is upheld, Crockett may face a difficult decision: run in the newly drawn 33rd District, where her home is located, or challenge another incumbent in the reconfigured 30th District. The situation underscores the contentious nature of redistricting and its potential to reshape political landscapes.