California Governor Gavin Newsom has threatened to “punch” Donald Trump, underscoring his willingness to engage in political hardball. Warning of a drift toward authoritarianism, Newsom insists that “nothing about this is normal” as he vows to move forward with key campaign strategies, including redistricting in his state.

Texas Republicans have secured the quorum they need to vote on a controversial new district map, following encouragement from President Donald Trump. The proposed plan aims to defend the GOP’s slim majority in the U.S. House during the upcoming midterm elections.

A federal appeals court has chosen not to strike down a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, spurring Louisiana officials to seek a stay. The state hopes the Supreme Court will resolve the matter in a related redistricting case scheduled for October.

Indiana’s plan for a mid-cycle redraw of its congressional districts has attracted attention well beyond Indianapolis. As the White House summons state lawmakers and a new poll tests voter sentiment, Republican leaders find themselves balancing opportunity against political risk.