Democrats in and out of the state are exploring options to block or counter Republicans' controversial redistricting plan. Here is why the issue is so hot.

Texas Republicans unveiled a new congressional map on Wednesday that would provide their party with five new red-leaning districts, a plan that — if enacted — could provide a boost to the party as it tries to cling to control of the House.

Democrats aren’t the only ones who won’t be happy with the way Texas Republicans on Wednesday proposed redrawing the state's 38 congressional districts.