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South Carolina Senate Rejects Redistricting Proposal
The South Carolina Senate voted against a proposal to redraw the congressional map. The measure was backed by Trump but fell short of the necessary votes. (sources: reuters, wjcl, pbs, cspan)
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The South Carolina Senate voted 29-17 to reject a redistricting proposal that aimed to change the congressional map. The proposal needed a two-thirds majority to pass.
- The redistricting proposal was supported by Trump.
- The vote was 29 in favor and 17 against, falling short of the required two-thirds majority.
- The South Carolina House Judiciary Subcommittee held a meeting on congressional redistricting.
Why it matters
The outcome affects the congressional representation and electoral landscape in South Carolina.
Action context
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