A congressional map was passed to protect a Republican seat, but the state's map was subsequently struck down by the Supreme Court due to racial gerrymandering.
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What happened
A congressional map was passed to protect a Republican seat, but the state's map was subsequently struck down by the Supreme Court due to racial gerrymandering.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump's efforts intensify the national redistricting battle in Louisiana.1 source
SCOTUS invalidated the current U.S. House map, ending the gerrymandering efforts.1 source
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Louisiana political developments: Elections, governance, and court rulingsAlso in this story
- Legislative action took place in Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, under the leadership of Governor Jeff Landry.
- Amid election issues, Jeff Landry is facing a recall movement while campaigning for re-election as governor of Louisiana.
- House lawmakers propose the new congressional election map in Louisiana, while Cleo Fields represented District 6 and Edmond Jordan plans to sue the state over SB 121.
- Liz Murrill and Jeff Landry shared political leadership in the AG's office on May 28, 2026.
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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Louisiana
state of the United States of America