Redistricting plan
Coverage of Redistricting plan in the Nexus archive.
- Georgia GOP drops redistricting plan that would hurt Black representation
Georgia GOP abandoned a redistricting plan that would have reduced Black representation. The plan, part of a special session called by Gov. Brian Kemp to secure additional House seats for Republicans in the 2028 elections, was halted by lawmakers.
- Tennessee Democratic senator suspended from committee over special session protest
Tennessee Sen. Charlane Oliver was suspended from a committee by Lt. Gov. Randy McNally for protesting during a redistricting debate by standing on her desk and displaying a sign opposing the GOP-led plan to divide Memphis' majority Black district. McNally cited violations of Senate decorum, while Oliver claimed the action targeted Black political representation.
- Morning news brief
Controversial Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured the GOP nomination for a U.S. Senate seat. South Carolina lawmakers rejected a Trump-backed redistricting plan. Donald Trump's inconsistent diplomatic approach toward Iran continues.
- Trump-backed redistricting plan is rejected in the South Carolina Legislature
A redistricting plan backed by Donald Trump was rejected by the South Carolina Legislature. Republican state senators, who are not up for election this year, faced opposition to Trump's push to redraw districts to challenge Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn's House seat.
- South Carolina Senate blocks redistricting plan in blow to Trump
South Carolina senators blocked a GOP-led redistricting plan, halting efforts to redraw congressional maps amid national political tensions ahead of the midterms. The vote was described as a setback for Donald Trump's influence in the state's political strategy.
- Florida Legislature passes redistricting plan creating four additional GOP-leaning House seats
The Florida Legislature has passed a redistricting plan that adds four GOP-leaning House seats, potentially strengthening Republican representation. The plan was announced under Governor Ron DeSantis, with a Lake Worth location highlighted in 2025.
- Virginia Supreme Court weighs legality of redistricting plan after voters approved it
The Virginia Supreme Court is reviewing the legality of a redistricting plan that was previously approved by voters. The case involves Speaker of the Virginia House of Representatives Don Scott, who is depicted in a photo from November 4, 2025, in Richmond.
- Greene blames Trump for Democratic win in Virginia
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene blamed President Trump and the GOP for Virginia voters approving a mid-decade redistricting plan, which could aid Democrats in regaining the House. She argued that a once-red state is becoming a blue state due to declining Republican support.
- Virginia voters approve Democrats' redistricting plan
Virginia voters approved a Democratic redistricting plan that could help the party gain up to four seats in the midterm elections, as projected by NBC News.
- Virginia voters approve Democrats' redistricting plan, giving the party a midterm election boost
Virginia voters approved a redistricting plan that benefits Democrats, providing a boost for the party during the midterm elections. Abigail Spanberger, Virginia's governor, participated in a canvassing event supporting the initiative.
- Virginia voters approve redistricting measure backed by Democrats
Virginia voters approved a Democrat-backed redistricting plan, which could secure the party up to four congressional seats in the upcoming midterm elections. The referendum, held on Tuesday, passed as part of efforts to redraw the state's congressional map.
- The key areas to watch in Virginia tonight as voters weigh Democrats' redistricting plan: From the Politics Desk
Virginia voters are casting ballots on April 21, 2026, as key races unfold in the state. A focus is on Democrats' redistricting plan and its impact on upcoming elections. Polling locations, including one in Arlington, Va., are central to the process.
- Virginia voting on redistricting plan that could favor Democrats
Virginians are voting on a redistricting plan that could influence congressional control, with the outcome potentially favoring Democrats. The vote is scheduled for Tuesday, as reported by CBS News' Ed O'Keefe.
- How the White House tried – and failed – to push a candidate out of an Indiana GOP primary
President Donald Trump is involved in Indiana state Senate Republican primaries to challenge incumbents who opposed his redistricting plan. The White House attempted to influence the primary process but faced setbacks.