US EditionBlackburn Calls for Tennessee Lawmakers to Draw All-GOP Map
- On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn urged the Tennessee General Assembly to reconvene and redraw the state's congressional map, targeting the Memphis-based 9th District held by Democrat Steve Cohen.
- This push follows a Supreme Court ruling on Wednesday limiting the Voting Rights Act, which Blackburn and GOP allies suggest provides legal cover to eliminate Tennessee's only remaining Democratic-held seat.
- Tennessee's current delegation holds eight Republicans and one Democrat, Rep. Cohen, who won 71 percent of the vote in 2024; Blackburn seeks a 9-0 Republican map.
- Governor Lee stated it is too early to decide on legislative action, while Lt. Gov. Randy McNally noted filing deadlines for 2026 elections have already passed, presenting logistical challenges.
- Across the nation, redistricting battles persist as Republicans pursue similar efforts in Florida and Texas, while Democrats have gained pickup opportunities by redrawing lines in California and Virginia.
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JUST IN: Supreme Court Ruling Could Hand Tennessee GOP All Nine House Seats
The recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court has set in motion a series of changes that could transform Tennessee’s political landscape significantly. Issued on June 28, 2024, this decision invalidated a key aspect of the Voting Rights Act that mandated the creation of majority-minority districts. These districts were designed to ensure that minority populations had a fair opportunity to elect representatives of their choice. With Tennessee poise…
Blackburn Urges Tennessee Lawmakers to Draw All-GOP Map
NASHVILLE, TN — Sen. Marsha Blackburn is urging Tennessee lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map to create an all-Republican delegation, intensifying ongoing national battles over redistricting ahead of the midterm elections. Blackburn called on the legislature to reconvene and target the Memphis-based district currently held by Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen. Republicans already hold eight of the state’s nine House seats, and her propos…
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