HOUSTON (CW39) — It's Day 3 of what is dubbed 'Breaking Quorum' by the Texas Democrats who have left the state over redistricting. Several Texas House Democrats are in Illinois to break quorum for the special session.

CW39 spoke with Senior Professor of Political Science Dr. David Brenham about the controversy surrounding redistricting in Texas — and why this round is stirring up more than just political maps.

Dr. Brenham joined CW39 anchor Sharron Melton to break down what redistricting is and how it has historically shaped political majorities in Texas and across the country. While redistricting is nothing new, this time it’s different.

What makes it historic, he says, "is that other states are watching closely and considering similar strategies" — creating growing concern over gerrym

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