Gerrymandering is the practice of manipulating district boundaries to favor one political party over another. It impacts elections by creating districts that can either dilute or concentrate voters’ power, often resulting in distorted electoral outcomes. By strategically shaping districts, a party can either enhance its representation or minimize competition from opposing parties. This manipulation can lead to reduced public trust in the electoral process, decreased voter turnout, and can entrench incumbents by making their re-election more likely.