First Thing: Texas Republicans pass gerrymandered congressional map

Democrats hope to negate Republican gains with their own redistricting. Plus, seeking a safe place to abandon a baby

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The Republican-controlled Texas House passed a redrawn congressional map requested by Donald Trump on Wednesday despite the attempts of Democrats to thwart it.

What happens now? The measure will go to the state Senate, where it is expected to pass, before being signed into law by the state's Republican governor.

Could other states do the same? Yes - Trump has said Florida, Indiana, and others are looking to do the same thing". Even Democrats highly opposed to the brazen practise of gerrymandering are backing aggressive efforts to counter the Republicans' efforts.

What has the administration been asking for? It has instructed museum officials to issue content corrections" including replacing divisive" language.