We 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.

The "Mess with Texas" banners flew over Albany, Annapolis, Augusta, Trenton, Springfield and Sacramento, according to Politico. They were spearheaded by "an anonymous group of self-described democracy advocates," Politico reported.

Watch live coverage as the Texas House of Representatives convenes amid a standoff over a new congressional map. Democratic lawmakers have left the state in order to block the redistricting effort, which has prompted Gov.