North Carolina GOP Redraws Congressional Map Ahead of 2026 Midterms
4 weeks ago
North Carolina Republicans have officially begun redrawing the state’s congressional districts, aiming to secure an additional U.S. House seat ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
GOP leaders say the plan is designed to strengthen Republican representation in key districts and protect President Trump’s legislative agenda. The 1st District, for example, will see some counties realigned to make the district more favorable to Republican candidates.
Final approval of the map is expected later this week. While Democrats have criticized the plan and vow legal challenges, Republicans maintain the map complies with recent court rulings on partisan redistricting.
GOP leaders say the plan is designed to strengthen Republican representation in key districts and protect President Trump’s legislative agenda. The 1st District, for example, will see some counties realigned to make the district more favorable to Republican candidates.
Final approval of the map is expected later this week. While Democrats have criticized the plan and vow legal challenges, Republicans maintain the map complies with recent court rulings on partisan redistricting.
