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In ordinary words.
Politicians can sometimes choose their voters instead of the reverse.
In legal terms.
Federal courts generally treat partisan-gerrymandering claims as nonjusticiable, while state law and racial-discrimination limits remain.
Where it stops being legal.
This practice is not categorically legal. Applicable federal, state and local laws, disclosures, procedural protections and the specific facts can make particular conduct unlawful.
General U.S.-focused information. Cases and statutes may have jurisdiction-specific exceptions. This citation may be a general primer; verify the governing primary authority. Not legal advice.