Missourians Vote on Congressional Map | Kansas City News

Missourians are about to decide their own congressional map for the first time since 1922, after the state Supreme Court ruled that a gerrymandered redistricting plan must go to voters — a historic move that could reshape how power is drawn in state politics. The court, citing the constitution’s broad referendum power with no specific exclusion for redistricting, ordered the use of 2022 district lines for the upcoming election unless voters approve the new map in November. With over 300,000 signatures from the group People Not Politicians, this victory is hailed as a win for democracy and a warning to other states. The most affected district — the fifth — was redrawn to favor Republicans, but primary results already held under the old map stand. The Attorney General calls it a constitutional crisis and plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, while the ruling also sets new precedents on special sessions, legislative redrawing authority, and the scope of public referendums. 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/dc8e88b8eb1aba4f