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fromGothamist
1 week ago

Gov. Hochul considers redrawing New York's congressional map after Trump push in Texas

Kathy Hochul will explore redrawing New York's congressional districts amid potential Republican gerrymandering in Texas.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Harvard and Trump admin. face off in court. And, Texas seeks new congressional map

Harvard University contests the legality of a federal grant freeze due to alleged civil rights violations regarding antisemitism on campus.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Ahead of 2026 Midterms, Trump and Texas Republicans Mull Possible Gerrymander Scheme

The plan involves gerrymandering congressional district lines in the state to make Democratic districts more competitive while still keeping Republican seats safe.
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fromNew York Daily News
1 year ago

Court orders Alabama congressional map include second Black district after Republicans defy Voting Rights Act

Accusing the state of 'deeply troubling' defiance, the three-judge panel ruled a special master will draw a map in time for the 2024 election with two Black districts instead of just one.
Black Lives Matter
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Court rules Alabama redistricting intentionally discriminates against Black voters

The Alabama congressional map was found unconstitutional for diluting Black voting strength, violating the Voting Rights Act.
fromSCSJ
7 months ago
Social justice

Historians Urge SCOTUS to Approve La. Map with Second Majority-Black District

Historians are urging the Supreme Court to restore a map that includes a second majority-Black congressional district in Louisiana.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Court rules Alabama redistricting intentionally discriminates against Black voters

The Alabama congressional map was found unconstitutional for diluting Black voting strength, violating the Voting Rights Act.
fromSCSJ
7 months ago
Social justice

Historians Urge SCOTUS to Approve La. Map with Second Majority-Black District

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fromKqed
4 months ago

Here's How Cuts to Medicaid Could Blunt Republican Gains in California | KQED

Medi-Cal reliance in congressional districts poses challenges amidst political changes, with budget cuts threatening essential healthcare services for vulnerable populations.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Special Election That Was Supposed to Be a Snoozer Is Suddenly Buzzing

Republicans face unexpected competition in Florida's Sixth District special election, altering perceptions and political strategies.
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