The Secretary of State’s Office didn’t initially check with the Department of Public Safety, which collects proof of citizenship from people who register to vote through them.
Texas led redistricting efforts to gain five congressional seats, per Trump's request, but the outcome hinges on a court decision.
Hours after federal judges blocked Texas from using a newly drawn Congressional map, state leaders filed an appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court.
Alito issued the emergency order in his capacity as the justice who handles urgent appeals from Texas, saying the map could remain.
First, a switch to new congressional maps. Now, a switch back to the old ones, with a key deadline approaching, and another reversal possible.
Rep. Troy Nehls, a Trump loyalist from Texas, said Saturday he made the decision after consulting with his family over the Thanksgiving holiday.