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New Hampshire GOP Faces Redistricting Setback Amid Pressure

10/25/2025

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Ayotte Stalls Redistricting

New Hampshire Republicans face a setback in redistricting as Gov. Kelly Ayotte opposes a mid-decade redraw.
State Sen. Dan Innis withdrew his redistricting bill due to Ayotte's lack of support.
The White House has pressured New Hampshire Republicans for months to win a midterm seat.
Both congressional districts are currently held by Democrats, making them battlegrounds in the next election.

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Democrats Pursue Redistricting

Democrats in Virginia plan a mid-decade redistricting effort that could add two to three congressional seats ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The plan, announced by Virginia legislators, would make Virginia the second state to pursue mid-decade redistricting after California.
The process would require constitutional amendments approved by the legislature and a statewide referendum.
Critics say the move undermines the independent redistricting commission established by voters in 2020.

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Ayotte Stalls Redistricting

New Hampshire Republicans face a setback in redistricting as Gov. Kelly Ayotte opposes a mid-decade redraw.
State Sen. Dan Innis withdrew his redistricting bill due to Ayotte's lack of support.
The White House has pressured New Hampshire Republicans for months to win a midterm seat.
Both congressional districts are currently held by Democrats, making them battlegrounds in the next election.

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