Democrats are angry they’re not getting their way: Guy Benson

Published May 19, 2026 10:47am ET



Washington Examiner columnist Guy Benson argued that Democrats are continuing to “double down” on controversial redistricting and judicial reform rhetoric despite mounting political backlash, warning that some in the party appear willing to “blow up the whole system” over unfavorable outcomes.

Benson said the controversy surrounding redistricting battles, Supreme Court rulings, and calls for judicial reform have exposed growing frustration within the Democratic Party.

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