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Missouri’s top election official has blocked a massive citizen petition seeking to put new congressional maps to a public vote, calling it unconstitutional. The effort, backed by over 300,000 signatures and led by “People Not Politicians,” aims to challenge GOP-drawn maps that shift Kansas City’s district toward Republican dominance—potentially giving Missouri another House seat. Though the petition met legal thresholds, Secretary of State Denny Hoskins stands firm, even having sued over similar issues before. The group vows to fight in court, leaving voters and candidates uncertain about what happens if a judge overturns his decision—could elections be reshuffled? This move is part of a broader Republican strategy across states, including Texas, to reshape electoral maps and gain power in Congress.

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