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NC Senate Leader Proposes Redistricting to Secure GOP House

9/26/2025

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Phil Berger, the North Carolina Senate leader, floated redrawing congressional districts to help Republicans keep the U.S. House.
He denied any talks with President Donald Trump about the plan.
Berger rejected claims that redistricting would be offered in exchange for Trump's endorsement.
The remarks were delivered in Raleigh, North Carolina, reflecting ongoing Republican electoral strategy.

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Story summary

Phil Berger, the North Carolina Senate leader, floated redrawing congressional districts to help Republicans keep the U.S. House.
He denied any talks with President Donald Trump about the plan.
Berger rejected claims that redistricting would be offered in exchange for Trump's endorsement.
The remarks were delivered in Raleigh, North Carolina, reflecting ongoing Republican electoral strategy.