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Utah Judge Blocks GOP Map, Favors Democrats Ahead of 2026

11/11/2025

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Judge Dianna Gibson of Utah rejected a congressional map proposed by Republican lawmakers.
The judge selected a map that favors Democrats ahead of the 2026 elections.
The decision came just before a midnight deadline because the map unduly favored Republicans and violated Proposition 4 anti-gerrymandering standards.
Republican leaders criticized Judge Gibson's authority.
Republican leaders discussed potential impeachment.

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Story summary

Judge Dianna Gibson of Utah rejected a congressional map proposed by Republican lawmakers.
The judge selected a map that favors Democrats ahead of the 2026 elections.
The decision came just before a midnight deadline because the map unduly favored Republicans and violated Proposition 4 anti-gerrymandering standards.
Republican leaders criticized Judge Gibson's authority.
Republican leaders discussed potential impeachment.