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A few states battle gerrymandering -- by doing nothing

Illinois lawmakers adjourned without drawing new congressional maps, marking a rare instance of inaction in a year defined by aggressive redistricting efforts across the country.
The Cato Institute argues that aggressive tactics from one party inevitably trigger retaliation, stating "good gerrymandering can't cure bad gerrymandering."
New York's Democrat-controlled legislature actively redraws districts while California adopted a ballot measure to secure five more House seats for Democrats.
Independent commissions face growing vulnerability as legislative bodies attempt to undermine their authority to regain control over district boundaries.
Redistricting remains central to every election cycle, as political parties continue to prioritize map manipulation over neutral standards.

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