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Missouri Lawmakers Clash Over Controversial Redistricting Plans

9/7/2025

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Missouri lawmakers began a special session on September 4, 2025, to address redistricting issues.
Governor Mike Kehoe aims to clarify voter concerns, but some Republicans question the legality of mid-decade changes.
Critics argue that redistricting before the census breaches state constitutional provisions.
Proposed changes may transfer a Democratic seat to Republican control, influenced by Trump’s administration.
Kehoe also seeks to limit constitutional amendments through ballot measures after recent reproductive health rights approvals.

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Missouri lawmakers began a special session on September 4, 2025, to address redistricting issues.
Governor Mike Kehoe aims to clarify voter concerns, but some Republicans question the legality of mid-decade changes.
Critics argue that redistricting before the census breaches state constitutional provisions.
Proposed changes may transfer a Democratic seat to Republican control, influenced by Trump’s administration.
Kehoe also seeks to limit constitutional amendments through ballot measures after recent reproductive health rights approvals.