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A Maryland lawsuit seeks to stop a controversial redistricting amendment from appearing on the November ballot, arguing state officials rushed it through after missing key deadlines and bypassing public notice rules. Backed by Governor Wes Moore, the amendment would eliminate constitutional standards for district compactness — potentially guaranteeing a Democratic sweep in Congress. Plaintiffs, including Republicans and the Oversight Project, claim last-minute language was inserted to circumvent legal procedures, and that election officials failed to meet statutory requirements. With Election Day fast approaching, courts are being asked to halt the amendment’s placement on the ballot before any votes can be counted — setting the stage for a high-stakes battle over Maryland’s political future.

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