August 15, 2017      6:02 PM

Redistricting may now compel a second special session

Paxton has three days to declare whether the state intends to offer a legislative fix

A three-judge federal panel has offered up an ultimatum on the Texas Congressional maps: Decide to fix CD 27 and 35 now or we’ll meet in September and fix it for you.

Today’s decision only addresses Congressional maps, and it is a clear message the court is serious about fixing before candidates file for primary races in December.

By Kimberly Reeves

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