A federal court blocked Texas from using its newly drawn congressional map in next year’s midterm elections, ruling that the map is an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. CNN’s Jeff Zeleny explains why this presents a major setback for President Donald Trump and Republicans. #cnn #news

In recent weeks, Israeli settler attacks and land grabs have escalated in the occupied West Bank. Under international law, Israeli settlements are considered illegal and the territory is designated as Palestinian in the eventuality of a future Palestinian state. Palestinian residents and Israeli peace activists warn the settlers' actions make that prospect more remote than ever. CNN's Nic Robertson reports. #cnn #news