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Illinois Redistricting Sparks Fears for Black Representation
10/15/2025
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- Illinois lawmakers fear redistricting could dilute Black political representation.
- House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries met with the Illinois congressional delegation to discuss the implications of changing district boundaries.
- Some lawmakers worry that targeting Rep. Mary Miller's district could jeopardize Black communities' influence.
- As the November 3 filing deadline approaches, any revised maps must be finalized soon.
- House Speaker Chris Welch stated that no maps have been seen or discussed yet.
