Maryland politicians are weighing in on the national debate over mid-decade redistricting, as states propose plans to give parties in power more congressional seats ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Democrats concede there’s only so much they can do to keep Texas from redrawing its maps. But they want to encourage blue states to retaliate.

Democrats who left the state have shown no signs of buckling for now: A group was scheduled to appear later Friday with California Gov. Gavin Newsom in a public show of support for the walkout.