Washington Today (8-20-25): Texas House begins long debate on Cong. redistricting; passage certain

The Congressional redistricting battle in the two most populous states moves from debate to votes. In Texas, Republicans are seeking to gain five more U.S. House seats for their party, and California, the exact opposite, with Democrats drawing a new map favoring their party in five more seats.

We will hear debate from the Texas House of Representatives and Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA).

Vice President JD Vance travels to Union Station in Washington to visit with and thank National Guard troops President Donald Trump has called up to deal with what he says is an out of control crime and homeless problem in the city.

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser is asked about the Justice Department reportedly investigating whether DC manipulated crime statistics so they would appear lower than they really are.

President Trump calls on Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook to resign after allegations she committed mortgage fraud.

Gov. Josh Stein (D-NC) tells residents of his state to take the threat of Hurricane Erin seriously, even though it is not expected to make landfall.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Russia needs to be involved in developing Ukrainian security guarantees as part of a peace agreement to end to the war between Russia & Ukraine.

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Title: Washington Today (8-20-25): Texas House begins long debate on Cong. redistricting; passage certain
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