Missouri’s Redistricting Map Falls | Kansas City News

After months of legal chaos and court battles, Missouri’s top election officials have conceded defeat on the controversial 2022 congressional map, officially directing officials to use that map for November’s election. The 2023 gerrymander — allegedly pushed by former President Trump to split Kansas City and unseat Rep. Emanuel Cleaver — faced massive pushback, including a 300,000-signature referendum and multiple court rulings blocking its use. Despite aggressive legal efforts by Attorney General Catherine Hanaway and Secretary of State Denny Hoskins, including a contempt hearing and a failed U.S. Supreme Court appeal, the map was ultimately deemed invalid without voter approval. The decision marks a victory for the referendum campaign and a major setback for GOP lawmakers who championed the redistricting — even as some threatened to impeach judges over the rulings. Voters will now head to the polls under the 2022 map, ending a confusing and contentious chapter in Missouri politics. 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/4533519d27245618