“A little-noticed consequence of mid-decade redistricting”

Almanac of American Politics with Louis Jacobson Substack:

With 10 states — and maybe more — looking to redraw their House districts this year or early next year, the balance of Congress might look very different by the time the 2026 elections are settled.

Something else that could look different? The membership of Congress’ most influential committees.

Why? A notably large number of the incumbents at risk from mid-decade redistricting serve on the most important committees, including Appropriations, Energy & Commerce, Financial Services, Transportation & Infrastructure, and Agriculture.

Of the 26 incumbents most at risk from redistricting, 21 — about 81% — hold a seat on at least one of these five key committees.

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