Fiery crowd caps Mississippi redistricting hearings. Opponents urge: ‘Leave our maps alone’
Mississippi held a redistricting hearing where tempers ran high. Speakers at the hearing opposed proposed changes to electoral maps, arguing the changes would reduce Black political influence and strengthen Republican control. Attendees urged officials to keep the current maps unchanged. The hearing has now concluded, though it's unclear what decision officials will make next.

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Fiery crowd caps Mississippi redistricting hearings. Opponents urge: ‘Leave our maps alone’