Beto O'Rourke Leads El Paso Rally Against Texas Redistricting

Former El Paso Congressman Beto O'Rourke hosted a rally in El Paso alongside Democratic U.S. Representatives Veronica Escobar, Jasmine Crockett, and Joaquin Castro to mobilize voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The event, held at The Elmont Event Center, focused on opposing the Trump Administration's policies and addressing the recently approved Texas redistricting map that favors Republicans. O'Rourke emphasized the importance of winning a majority in the House to provide checks on President Trump's administration and challenged voters to organize and fight despite the redistricting changes. The rally also followed a temporary restraining order preventing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton from prosecuting O'Rourke's political organization, Powered by People. Democratic leaders called on El Paso residents to stand against gerrymandering and highlighted the uphill battle against powerful political forces controlling various branches of government. The event aimed to engage the community in civic participation and voter registration efforts statewide through O'Rourke's organization.