Legislation that provides a revised congressional redistricting plan in light of constitutional concerns raised by the U.S. Department of Justice."

While redistricting Texas’ congressional seats this summer likely pleases the White House as a means to maintain GOP control of the House of Representatives, political experts see no upside for Texas Republicans in an effort Gov.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants lawmakers in a special legislative session to consider redrawing the state’s congressional maps, citing concerns raised by the Justice Department.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is directing state lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map at a special legislative session later this month.

A bill backed by Dallas police would block the release of complaints against officers the department deems unsubstantiated.

The president met with state and local officials, who praised the White House response, and lashed out at a question on whether aid and rescue efforts occurred fast enough.

Texas officials reported that at least 25 people have died and 237 people were rescued Friday following major flooding in Central Texas.

Officials warned that the full extent of the catastrophe is unknown and unaccounted victims could still be found amid the massive piles of debris.

Dallas-area residents are demonstrating widespread support for Texas flood victims, as Governor Abbott declares a day of prayer and rescue efforts continue with aid from various departments and the Salvation Army.