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Missouri Courts Uphold GOP Redistricting Map Amid Legal Challenges

4/9/2026

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Federal courts in Missouri have consistently upheld the Republican-drawn congressional redistricting map despite challenges from left-wing activists.
The map was enacted by the GOP-controlled Missouri legislature and signed by Governor Mike Kehoe.
Cole County Circuit Court and other rulings affirmed the map’s legality and rejected constitutional-violation claims.
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway praised decisions as victories for the rule of law, and the ACLU of Missouri plans to appeal.

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Federal courts in Missouri have consistently upheld the Republican-drawn congressional redistricting map despite challenges from left-wing activists.
The map was enacted by the GOP-controlled Missouri legislature and signed by Governor Mike Kehoe.
Cole County Circuit Court and other rulings affirmed the map’s legality and rejected constitutional-violation claims.
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway praised decisions as victories for the rule of law, and the ACLU of Missouri plans to appeal.