Missouri GOP Kicks Off Contentious Mid-Decade Redistricting Session Amid Democratic Outcry
Missouri GOP Kicks Off Contentious Mid-Decade Redistricting Session Amid Democratic Outcry Missouri lawmakers convened a special session on Wednesday to initiate a new round of redistricting, a move by Republicans aimed at creating more favorable congressional districts ahead of next year’s midterm elections. This effort, targeting the Kansas City seat currently held by Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, is encountering strong opposition from Democrats who, despite their protests, possess limited procedural power to halt the proceedings. Unlike the successful quorum break…