Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Redistricting of congressional seats is happening across the country. This Trump-induced crisis is at the heart of our fight to win back the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections and curb the power-grab by of the Trump administration.
Republican-led states across the country are caving in and redrawing their congressional maps at Donald Trump’s direction, shifting district lines mid-decade, instead of adhering to the long practice of waiting for the results of each decennial census before undertaking redistricting in 2030.
If Democrats do not respond in kind, we would be engaging in unilateral disarmament and political malpractice. The result would be to hand the GOP as many as 20 additional congressional seats nationwide.
Maryland is a trifecta state: The governor and both chambers of the legislature are controlled by Democrats. As such, we have a special duty to do all we can. Maryland cannot sit on the sidelines while Trump and his minions steal seats and lock in control of Congress.
I commend Governor Wes Moore and House Speaker Adrienne Jones for recognizing the urgency of the moment and initiating an effort to fight back. Del. Jheanelle Wilkins of Montgomery County put it best: “At a time when voting rights, diversity and basic freedoms are under assault, Maryland must step up to ensure we have the strongest and most representative government possible.”
Unfortunately, Senate President Bill Ferguson has repeatedly voiced opposition, warning that redistricting mid-decade is “too risky.” But with Trump-aligned states already reshaping the map, the greater risk is doing nothing.
Rep. Jamie Raskin agrees. In a recent social media post, Raskin urged Maryland to fight back against GOP-led redistricting efforts, writing, “Pro-democracy Americans must fight this authoritarian attempt to terminate the election and capture the government before a single vote is case. Our democracy and freedom are at stake.”
Today, Gov. Moore announced a new redistricting commission chaired by Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, joined by former Attorney General Brian Frosh and Cumberland Mayor Ray Morriss. The commission’s task is to develop recommendations for new maps ahead of the 2026 midterms.
“My commitment has been clear from day one — we will explore every avenue possible to make sure Maryland has fair and representative maps,” Moore said in a statement Tuesday outlining the new commission.
We cannot allow other states to rewrite the rules while Maryland stands still. It is essential that we all stay informed, speak up. Contact your state and federal delegation and support leaders who are willing to act.
Click HERE to find out who represents you at all levels of government in Maryland and make sure your voices are heard.
As Gov. Moore said: “We are not going to bend the knee to Donald Trump.”
With heart and purpose,
Tazeen Ahmad
Candidate for Delegate
MD District 16
tazeen@tazeenformaryland.com
Leading with Heart, Delivering with Purpose
