Pakistan, Aug. 6 -- The battle over US election maps is heating up as Republicans and Democrats fight fiercely ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Former President Donald Trump is pushing for redistricting in Texas and other states to gain more Republican seats in Congress. His efforts have triggered high tensions and political maneuvering across multiple states.

Redistricting, also known as gerrymandering, involves drawing voting districts to favor one party. Officials often "pack" opposition voters into a few districts and "crack" them across others to weaken their impact. While not illegal federally unless based on race, both parties have used this tactic to maximize votes and secure power.

Democrats have criticized these moves, wit...