Missouri Secretary of State in Contempt | Jefferson City News

Missouri’s top court just slapped Secretary of State Denny Hoskins with contempt after he ignored a September court order, forcing county clerks to scramble to meet overseas voter deadlines. Facing mounting pressure, Hoskins’ lawyer blamed conflicting legal directives, while Hoskins stayed silent in court. The dispute centers on which congressional map to use — and the ruling now demands accountability, spotlighting deep tensions between state branches over election rules. In response, Hoskins vowed to enforce the 2022 map, setting the stage for further legal and administrative chaos as Missouri’s election system braces for fallout. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/878101cd3bd0dfed