Missouri redistricting referendum blocked by secretary of state, drawing lawsuit
Hoskins’ decision brought an immediate court challenge from People Not Politicians. It will be the final case in the seemingly endless litigation over the map.
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National story. 10 articles from 7 sources. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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4 sourcesReferendum campaign asks court to block new Missouri map from November election
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Missouri secretary of state blocks referendum seeking to undo the GOP’s redrawn congressional map
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2 sourcesReferendum campaign asks court to block new Missouri map from November election
Lawsuit filed after Missouri's redistricting referendum gets blocked
Missouri redistricting referendum blocked by secretary of state, drawing lawsuit
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1 sourceMissouri secretary of state rejects bid to undo GOP-drawn congressional map