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Missouri Judge Upholds Controversial Redistricting Ahead of Elections

3/28/2026

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Cole County Circuit Judge Brian Stumpe ruled that Missouri's new U.S. House districts, backed by U.S. President Donald Trump, can be used for the upcoming midterm elections.
Stumpe said opponents lacked legal grounds to suspend the map.
The Republican Secretary of State must decide by August 4 whether the referendum petition is valid.
The American Civil Liberties Union plans to appeal, arguing voters should decide on redistricting.

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Cole County Circuit Judge Brian Stumpe ruled that Missouri's new U.S. House districts, backed by U.S. President Donald Trump, can be used for the upcoming midterm elections.
Stumpe said opponents lacked legal grounds to suspend the map.
The Republican Secretary of State must decide by August 4 whether the referendum petition is valid.
The American Civil Liberties Union plans to appeal, arguing voters should decide on redistricting.