U. S. Representative Lloyd Doggett announced on Friday that he will not run for reelection following a Supreme Court decision that upheld Texas's new redistricting map for 2025. This change affects his current district, which includes parts of West Austin.
• Doggett expressed disappointment over the ruling, stating it not only affects him but is also a loss for Central Texas and the country.
• The redistricting will place parts of his district, including Westlake Hills, into the same congressional district as College Station and Livingston.
• Doggett has served in Congress since 1995 and has held various roles, including on the House Budget Committee and in healthcare and tax policy.
• He plans to remain active in his community and ensure his office continues to assist constituents throughout the coming year.
• Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defended the new map, claiming it aims to help Republicans gain seats in the House.
• Doggett had previously stated he would run for reelection only if the redistricting plan was canceled. He plans to support Greg Casar as the likely Democratic candidate for the newly drawn district.
With the upheld redistricting map, Representative Doggett will conclude his time in Congress after over two decades, while preparing to support future Democratic leadership in his community.
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