DEVELOPING: Redistricting Rush Sparks Fierce Backlash Among Skeptical Lawmakers

Breaking News: Redistricting Rush Sparks Fierce Backlash Among Skeptical Lawmakers Kansas state Rep. Mark Schreiber and nine other Republicans in the state House have refused to support a special session on redistricting, citing concerns that the process is being used as a political tool. The move comes as other Republican-led states, including Missouri, North Carolina, and Texas, have heeded President Trump's call for new congressional maps that boost the GOP. The Kansas lawmakers, who represent a state that went for Trump by 16 percentage points in 2024, argue that redistricting should focus on adjusting for population changes rather than increasing a party's majority. Their stance has sparked a fierce backlash among Republican leaders who want to capitalize on the national redistricting battle. In a surprising twist, California voters last week approved new districts that favor Democrats. The move highlights the growing divide between states with Republican-led legislatures and those with Democratic majorities. The current status of redistricting efforts remains uncertain, with several states still grappling with the process. The outcome of these efforts will have significant implications for the 2026 elections. This is a developing story. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.