Tag: redistricting
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Texas Primaries, National Political Trends, and Aging Voting Systems
NPR is reporting on significant primary election outcomes in Texas, including Sen. John Cornyn's defeat, and broader national political shifts like redistricting, aging voting systems, and new immigration tactics.
Politics and GovernmentEducationGeneral PoliticsElectionRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyCongressLegal TexasPrimary ElectionsJohn CornynKen PaxtonRedistrictingVoting SystemsScripps National Spelling BeeNPR Politics
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Governor Ivey Calls Special Primary After Court Upholds Alabama Senate Map
Governor Kay Ivey celebrates a court victory for Alabama's 2021 State Senate map, calling a special primary election for Districts 25 and 26 on August 11, 2026. The previous primary results are voided as the redistricting battle continues.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionLegal Governor Kay IveyAlabamaRedistrictingState Senate11th Circuit Court of AppealsSpecial Primary ElectionElectionsAlabama Governor's Office
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Alabama Appeals Redistricting Block to Supreme Court, Amends Election Calendar
Alabama's Attorney General has filed an emergency appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court to challenge a block on the state's 2023 congressional map. Governor Kay Ivey also amended the special primary election calendar, extending a key deadline to June 3,…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentElection AlabamaRedistrictingU.S. Supreme CourtSpecial ElectionGovernor Kay IveyAttorney General MarshallElection CalendarAlabama Governors Office
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Texas Senate Race, Redistricting Battles, and DHS Biometric Expansion
NPR is reporting on the Texas Senate primary runoff, South Carolina's redistricting battle, expanded DHS iris scanning, and the Trump administration's deletion of Jan. 6 prosecution data.
Politics and GovernmentSportLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsElectionFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalSocial Issues Ken PaxtonTexas ElectionsRedistrictingSouth CarolinaDepartment of Homeland SecurityBiometric DataJan. 6 Capitol AttackNPR Breaking NewsNPR
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports on Texas Runoff, Alabama Redistricting, and Martin Short's Daughter's Death
USA TODAY reports on Ken Paxton's Texas Senate runoff victory, Alabama redistricting block, declining city population growth, and the death of Martin Short's daughter, Katherine Hartley Short.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyFilm and TVEnvironmentArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues Ken PaxtonTexasAlabamaRedistrictingMartin ShortFederal Aviation AdministrationUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: Iran Threatens US; Texas Primaries, Alabama Redistricting, Oil Reserves, and Gap Year Trends Reported
Newsweek is reporting on Iran's retaliation threats, Texas primary runoffs, Alabama redistricting challenges, shrinking U.S. oil reserves, and the rising popularity of gap years among young Americans.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictWorldGeneral PoliticsElectionEconomyMiddle EastLegal IranTexas PrimariesRedistrictingOil ReservesGap YearMortgage RatesNewsweek
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Media Monitor: South Carolina Republicans Block Trump's House Seat Bid, Preserving Clyburn's District
The Washington Post reports South Carolina Republicans blocked an effort by Donald J Trump to gain House seats. This action preserved the district of Democratic Rep. James E. Clyburn, a key figure in the party.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsCongressElection South CarolinaJames E. ClyburnDonald J TrumpHouse seatsRedistrictingThe Washington Post
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Governor Ivey Backs Supreme Court Appeal on Alabama Redistricting Map
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey supports appealing a federal court block on the state's 2023 congressional redistricting map. She hopes the U.S. Supreme Court will allow the August 11 Special Primary Election to proceed, asserting Alabama's understanding of its districts.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsLegalElection AlabamaRedistrictingCongressional MapKay IveyU.S. Supreme CourtFederal JudgesSpecial Primary ElectionAlabama Governors Office
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Media Monitor: Federal Court Blocks Alabama from Eliminating Majority-Black District
USA TODAY reports a federal court has blocked Alabama's attempt to eliminate one of its two majority-Black congressional districts, a move seen as a setback for Republican efforts to unseat a Democratic incumbent.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyLegalElection AlabamaFederal CourtRedistrictingMajority-Black DistrictsGOPDemocratic IncumbentVoting RightsUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: Federal Court Blocks Alabama Redistricting Map
The Washington Post reports a federal court has blocked Alabama's redistricting map, which was designed to give Republicans an advantage in November's congressional elections, delivering a win to Democrats.
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Media Monitor: NAACP Calls for College Sports Boycott Over Redistricting
The Washington Post is reporting that the NAACP is calling on Black athletes to boycott college sports programs in eight states and asking fans to stop buying tickets due to concerns over redistricting.
Politics and GovernmentSportGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsSocial IssuesElection NAACPCollege SportsBoycottRedistrictingBlack AthletesVoting RightsCivil RightsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on Virginia redistricting outcome
The Washington Post is reporting that Republicans secured a victory in Virginia's redistricting battle, though some lawmakers remain vulnerable. Democrats believe they can still flip key seats despite the new House map.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyElection VirginiaRedistrictingRepublicansDemocratsHouse mapElectionsPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Key Primary Elections and Redistricting Battles
NPR is reporting on upcoming primary elections across seven states, highlighting President Trump's influence, significant redistricting changes, and other key House and Senate races.
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court blocks Virginia voting map, a blow to Democrats
The Washington Post is reporting the Supreme Court blocked an effort to revive a Virginia voting map that would have aided Democrats. This decision marks a setback for Democrats in the ongoing nationwide redistricting battles.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsLegalElection Supreme CourtVirginiaRedistrictingDemocratsRepublicansVoting MapPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court Rejects Virginia Democrats' Redistricting Bid
USA Today is reporting the U.S. Supreme Court rejected Virginia Democrats' attempt to revive a new congressional map, leaving the national party at a redistricting disadvantage.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalElection U.S. Supreme CourtVirginiaDemocratsRedistrictingCongressional mapPolitical IssuesGovernmentUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: U.S. moves to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro
USA TODAY is reporting the U.S. is moving to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro in a 30-year-old case. The outlet also covers AI's role in financial advice and the impact of a potential 'super' El Niño.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyWeatherGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalArtificial IntelligenceGeneral Weather Raúl CastroCubaPlane DowningFinancial AdviceRedistrictingEl NiñoUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Governor Ivey Calls Special Election After Supreme Court Upholds Alabama's Congressional Map
Governor Kay Ivey announced a special primary election for August 11, 2026, after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Alabama's 2023 congressional map, vacating a previous court order. This decision allows the state to use its preferred districts.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsLegalElection AlabamaRedistrictingSupreme CourtSpecial ElectionGovernor Kay IveyCongressional MapPoliticsAlabama Governor's Office
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court backs Alabama's redistricting map, potentially aiding GOP
The Washington Post is reporting the Supreme Court vacated a lower court's ruling on Alabama's 2023 redistricting map, which could give the GOP an additional seat in midterm elections. The case returns to the lower court.
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court Allows Alabama to Implement New Congressional Maps
USA Today is reporting the Supreme Court has cleared the path for Alabama to impose new congressional maps, a development stemming from the court's recent Voting Rights Act ruling and seen as a win for the GOP.
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Media Monitor: Virginia Democrats appeal redistricting ruling to Supreme Court
The Washington Post is reporting that Virginia Democrats have made an emergency appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after the state's high court overturned a redistricting referendum, though some leaders express little hope for its impact on November's midterms.
Politics and GovernmentDemocratic PartyLegalElectionGeneral PoliticsState Governments VirginiaDemocratsRedistrictingU.S. Supreme CourtCongressional MidtermsReferendumPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Virginia Seeks Supreme Court Intervention on Congressional Map
USA Today is reporting that Virginia is among several states asking the Supreme Court for emergency assistance to alter its congressional map ahead of this fall's elections.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionLegalDemocratic Party VirginiaSupreme CourtCongressional mapElectionsRedistrictingLegal challengeUSA Today
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Media Monitor: Newsweek covers Trump's China visit, Iran, Virginia redistricting, and Obama's reappraisal
Newsweek reports on President Trump's upcoming visit to China, a stalemate in Iran, and the Virginia Supreme Court's decision on redistricting. It also offers a reappraisal of former President Barack Obama's legacy.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyElectionAsiaMiddle East Donald J TrumpChinaIranVirginiaRedistrictingBarack ObamaU.S. House of RepresentativesNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Tennessee Republicans Eliminate Majority-Black District
A media outlet is reporting that Tennessee Republicans have eliminated a majority-Black district, following a Supreme Court ruling that removed Voting Rights Act protections for such districts.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyState GovernmentsLegalElection TennesseeRepublicansMajority-Black DistrictVoting Rights ActSupreme CourtRedistrictingCivil Rights
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Media Monitor: Indiana Republican Lawmakers Face Trump-Backed Primary Challenges
The Washington Post is reporting that Indiana Republican state senator Spencer Deery and six colleagues faced primary challenges from Trump-endorsed opponents after resisting the president's redistricting efforts.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElection Spencer DeeryDonald TrumpIndianaElectionsPoliticsRedistrictingThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: King Charles arrives in U.S. for state visit amid Iran War; Iran turns to Putin as U.S. talks stall
Newsweek reports on King Charles' U.S. state visit, Iran's diplomatic moves with Russia, and domestic political developments including redistricting and a White House security incident.
Politics and GovernmentWorldLaw EnforcementHealth King Charles IIIIran WarVladimir PutinSupreme CourtRedistrictingDonald TrumpNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports Trump Redistricting Effort Fails in Indiana
The Washington Post reports that Indiana Republicans rejected Donald Trump's request to redraw the state's congressional map, despite holding a supermajority in the State Senate.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsRepublican PartyElections Donald TrumpIndianaRedistrictingIndiana State SenateVaneta BeckerRepublicansThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: NPR reports California voters approve redistricting
NPR is reporting that California voters have approved a ballot measure to redraw the state's congressional map. The move favors Democrats ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsDemocratic Party CaliforniavotersredistrictingDemocrats2026 midtermsballot measurecongressional mapNPR Breaking News
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Media Monitor: California voters OK map favoring Democrats, AP says
The Washington Post reports that California voters have approved a congressional map that could give Democrats as many as five more House seats. The move offsets Texas's GOP-backed redistricting.
Politics and GovernmentDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentCongress CaliforniaGavin NewsomDemocratsTexasDonald TrumpRedistrictingU.S. House of RepresentativesThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports on States' Redistricting Efforts
USA TODAY reports that both Democrat- and Republican-led states are considering redrawing congressional district maps to favor their parties ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Media Monitor: Missouri Special Session Called to Redraw Congressional Maps
The Washington Post reports Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe called a special session to redraw congressional maps, part of a GOP effort to gain a House seat in the 2026 midterms.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentRepublican PartyState GovernmentsLaw MissouriMike KehoeDonald Trumpcongressional mapsredistricting2026 midterm electionsU.S. HouseThe Washington Post