Where the redistricting fight stands heading into the midterms
The redistricting process for the 2026 elections has seen significant changes, with Republicans poised to gain up to 16 House seats. Following recent Supreme Court rulings, several states have enacted new congressional maps that favor Republican candidates. As the general election approaches, the battle over these maps continues, with ongoing litigation in various states.
- ▪Ten states have implemented new congressional boundaries in the past year.
- ▪Republicans are positioned to gain up to 16 House seats, while Democrats could gain six.
- ▪The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling has allowed Republican-led states to eliminate majority-Black districts.
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2026 ElectionWhere the redistricting fight stands heading into the midtermsAfter 10 states enacted new congressional maps, Republicans are in position to gain up to 16 seats this fall, compared to six for the Democrats, as the parties vie for control of the House.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00The 2026 redistricting cycle began last year in Texas at President Trump's urging.Eli Hartman / Bloomberg via Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 3, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTBy Jane C. TimmIt’s been a long six weeks for Democrats in the redistricting wars.
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