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Kansas GOP Pushes Special Session for Redistricting

9/24/2025

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Republicans Redistricting Push

Kansas Republicans seek to bypass Gov. Laura Kelly and call a special session to redraw maps.
They aim to improve Rep. Sharice Davids' reelection chances.
Gov. Laura Kelly opposes mid-decade redistricting and urges public hearings; a supermajority petition enables a session.
Texas, Missouri, and Ohio are pursuing redistricting; Ohio must finalize a map by Sept. 30 due to bipartisan issues.

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Democrats Pursue Centrist Governance

California Democrats, led by Gavin Newsom, governor of California, pursue a centrist, practical governance approach.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie prioritizes public safety, hiring more police, with 73% approval.
Legislation updates the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to balance housing and energy affordability.
Some environmentalists oppose the reforms, yet leaders say they address high living costs.

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Republicans Redistricting Push

Kansas Republicans seek to bypass Gov. Laura Kelly and call a special session to redraw maps.
They aim to improve Rep. Sharice Davids' reelection chances.
Gov. Laura Kelly opposes mid-decade redistricting and urges public hearings; a supermajority petition enables a session.
Texas, Missouri, and Ohio are pursuing redistricting; Ohio must finalize a map by Sept. 30 due to bipartisan issues.

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