EPISODE · May 12, 2026 · 11 MIN
Redraw Congressional Maps
from Newsradio WGAN · host Newsradio WGAN
The U.S. Supreme Court vacated a ruling in the Northern District of Alabama, allowing Alabama to redraw congressional maps without majority-minority districts. Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, and Jackson dissented. The decision follows the Louisiana vs. CalA ruling, prompting similar actions in other southern states. A New York Times article noted that while Republicans are still redrawing maps, Democrats are largely done. Matt criticized both parties for partisan redistricting, suggesting it disadvantages Democrats. They predicted potential losses of 12-20 seats for Democrats, jeopardizing their chances of winning back the House.
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The U.S. Supreme Court vacated a ruling in the Northern District of Alabama, allowing Alabama to redraw congressional maps without majority-minority districts. Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, and Jackson dissented. The decision follows the Louisiana vs. CalA ruling, prompting similar actions in other southern states. A New York Times article noted that while Republicans are still redrawing maps, Democrats are largely done. Matt criticized both parties for partisan redistricting, suggesting it disadvantages Democrats. They predicted potential losses of 12-20 seats for Democrats, jeopardizing their chances of winning back the House.
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