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Raskin Urges Urgent Redistricting to Protect Democratic Seats

12/11/2025

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Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) defended Maryland's push to redraw congressional maps, citing urgency if Indiana Republicans advance their map.
In a podcast, he addressed concerns from Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson, who opposed the redistricting.
Raskin said failing to act would hinder Democrats' participation, stressing that every seat counts.
He warned that Indiana's GOP-drawn map passes, Medicaid and voting rights are at stake, heightening pressure on Maryland Democrats.

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Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) defended Maryland's push to redraw congressional maps, citing urgency if Indiana Republicans advance their map.
In a podcast, he addressed concerns from Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson, who opposed the redistricting.
Raskin said failing to act would hinder Democrats' participation, stressing that every seat counts.
He warned that Indiana's GOP-drawn map passes, Medicaid and voting rights are at stake, heightening pressure on Maryland Democrats.