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ACLU Sues Missouri Over Gerrymandering
The American Civil Liberties Union challenges Missouris new congressional maps, aiming to halt their implementation next year. The group, representing voters, argues the maps, designed to favor Republicans, should be suspended due to a statewide vote initiated by over 300,000 petition signatures. However, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway maintains the maps remain in effect until signatures are verified. The redrawn lines threaten Democrat Representative Emanuel Cleavers seat, and Hanaway warns against suspending laws based on unverified signatures. With local officials checking signatures until July 28th, and Hoskins possibly deciding even later, this is one of nine lawsuits over the maps. Nationwide, redistricting battles intensify, with Missouris fight illustrating how these lines determine Congressional power, likely to be decided by courts soon.
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