Voters worry gerrymandering threatens democracy as states redraw districts for political gain.

Voters in the U.S. see gerrymandering as a threat to democracy, marking a growing concern as states like California and Texas advance with their redistricting plans. Gerrymandering involves manipulating electoral districts to favor specific parties, a practice viewed as undermining fair representation and electoral transparency. Despite public opposition, states are leveraging their majority control to redraw maps, potentially influencing the outcome of the 2026 midterm elections and raising questions about the integrity of democratic processes.