But new maps in states like Texas, Florida, North Carolina, and others have shifted the balance firmly in the GOP’s favor
Analysts from Ballotpedia and others project a net Republican gain of around 10 seats from these changes, with some estimates reaching up to 12 16, depending on how courts and final tweaks play out Advertisement The effort kicked off in earnest when President Trump urged Texas Republicans in 2025 to revisit their maps.
Texas delivered, with lawmakers approving changes that could flip up to five Democratic-leaning or competitive districts toward the GOP.
