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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Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· 7d ago· ran in 3 outlets

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

Mississippi TodayLean Left· 7d ago

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

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WTOP Washington DCCenter· 7d ago· ran in 3 outlets

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

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Same wire story as other lanes. No original Right take here.

MyNorthwestLean Right· 7d ago· ran in 3 outlets

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