Southern States Push New Redistricting Plans After Supreme Court Ruling
2 weeks ago
Republicans across the South are moving quickly on new redistricting plans following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling affecting minority districts.
South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and Louisiana are all considering changes. In some cases, lawmakers are targeting majority-Black districts or delaying elections to redraw maps.
Democrats and civil rights groups are already challenging the efforts, setting up potential legal battles.
South Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and Louisiana are all considering changes. In some cases, lawmakers are targeting majority-Black districts or delaying elections to redraw maps.
Democrats and civil rights groups are already challenging the efforts, setting up potential legal battles.
