Republicans have enacted new U.S. House maps in Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Florida, and Tennessee, with additional changes expected in Louisiana and Texas. The U.S. Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's prior map as an illegal racial gerrymander. Projections indicate potential Republican gains of up to 14 seats and Democratic gains of up to 6 seats.
“Midterm redistricting has placed millions in new voting districts. Here's where 6 state efforts stand”
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Republican redistricting across multiple states aims to secure up to 14 additional House seats while diluting minority voting power, as shown by the Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana.
“Structural entrenchment and racial impacts”
GOP legislatures are using constitutional authority to align maps with voting patterns and population shifts, consistent with historical practice.
“State-level electoral outcomes and color-blind standards”
Politicians in both parties redraw district lines to protect incumbents rather than allow voters to freely select representatives.
“Self-entrenchment by officeholders”
Existing analyses accept projected seat gains without examining mid-decade timing, limited transparency, or the effects of Rucho on state-level outcomes.
“Procedural irregularities and overlooked legal context”
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