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Virginia Supreme Court Keeps Current House Map for 2026 MidtermsWashington Examiner
politics2 days ago

Virginia Supreme Court Keeps Current House Map for 2026 Midterms

The Virginia Supreme Court voided a voter-approved referendum that would have altered the state's congressional districts. Democrats now plan to target two Republican-held seats under the existing lines ahead of the November 2026 elections.

Washington Examiner
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California House Primaries Shape Democratic Challenges to Republican IncumbentsAl Jazeera
politics4 days ago

California House Primaries Shape Democratic Challenges to Republican Incumbents

Proposition 50 has created several key races in which Democrats will select candidates to face Republican incumbents viewed as vulnerable. Other contests feature generational challenges between candidates.

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California Primary Tests Democratic Redistricting EffortABC News
politics5 days ago

California Primary Tests Democratic Redistricting Effort

California voters go to the polls Tuesday in congressional primaries that will show whether a new Democratic-drawn map can deliver additional House seats. The map was created after Texas redrew its districts to favor Republicans.

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Iowa Holds Primary Elections Tuesday for Open Senate and Governor Racesnbcnews.com
politics6 days ago

Iowa Holds Primary Elections Tuesday for Open Senate and Governor Races

Iowa voters will select nominees Tuesday in closed primaries for an open U.S. Senate seat, an open governor’s race, and four House districts. Republicans hold a statewide registration edge, while Democrats target the Senate and governor contests as their strongest opportunities.

Washington Examiner
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Progressive candidate wins Democratic primary for Philadelphia congressional seat by 15 pointsFortune
finance14 days ago

Progressive candidate wins Democratic primary for Philadelphia congressional seat by 15 points

A state representative won the Democratic nomination for a U.S. House seat in Philadelphia on Tuesday. The candidate finished 15 points ahead of the nearest rival despite endorsements for other candidates from the mayor, city party, and several House members.

Fortune
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Pennsylvania Holds Primary Elections for Congressional and Statewide RacesWashington Examiner
politics20 days ago

Pennsylvania Holds Primary Elections for Congressional and Statewide Races

Pennsylvania voters will select nominees for all 17 U.S. House seats and several statewide offices on May 19. The governor and lieutenant governor are running for reelection.

Washington Examiner
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Alabama Lawmakers Vote on Changing Congressional Primaries if Courts Allow New Mapfoxnews.com
politics30 days ago

Alabama Lawmakers Vote on Changing Congressional Primaries if Courts Allow New Map

Alabama lawmakers are scheduled to vote on legislation that would set new congressional primaries if federal courts permit the state to adopt a 2023 U.S. House district map. The measure follows a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a Louisiana case that weakened Voting Rights Act…

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Florida and California Approve New Congressional MapsWashington Examiner
politics34 days ago

Florida and California Approve New Congressional Maps

Florida's legislature approved new congressional maps pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, potentially adding four Republican seats and challenging several Democratic incumbents. In California, redrawn districts under Proposition 50 create competitive races that could determine House maj…

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DeSantis Responds to Jeffries on Florida Redistricting PlansSubstrate placeholder — needs review
politics45 days ago

DeSantis Responds to Jeffries on Florida Redistricting Plans

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis invited House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to campaign in the state following Jeffries's comments on redistricting. The exchange highlights ongoing efforts by both parties to adjust congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterms. DeSantis stat…

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