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Utah GOP Targets Anti-Gerrymandering Law Amid Court Ruling

3/10/2026

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Utah's Republican-controlled legislature intensifies efforts against Proposition 4, the anti-gerrymandering measure that created an independent redistricting commission.
A court ruling reinstated Proposition 4, renewing the independent redistricting commission.
The revised congressional map reunifies Salt Lake County and could boost Democratic chances.
Critics, including Elizabeth Rasmussen of Better Boundaries, say the law was rushed without public input.
Republican leaders have threatened to impeach judges who oppose their actions.

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Utah's Republican-controlled legislature intensifies efforts against Proposition 4, the anti-gerrymandering measure that created an independent redistricting commission.
A court ruling reinstated Proposition 4, renewing the independent redistricting commission.
The revised congressional map reunifies Salt Lake County and could boost Democratic chances.
Critics, including Elizabeth Rasmussen of Better Boundaries, say the law was rushed without public input.
Republican leaders have threatened to impeach judges who oppose their actions.