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Tennessee Redistricting Raises Concerns Over Representation
Tennessee lawmakers approved a new congressional map that alters district boundaries, impacting majority-Black representation. The NAACP and others have raised objections to the changes. (sources: nbcnews, nytimes, npr, wreg, cbsnews)
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Tennessee Republicans passed a congressional map that divides the state's only majority-Black district, prompting challenges from Democratic candidates and voters. The NAACP criticized the justification for the redistricting.
- The new congressional map was approved by Tennessee Republicans.
- The map breaks up the state's only majority-Black district.
- Democratic candidates and voters are challenging the new map.
- Protests have occurred against the redistricting changes.
Why it matters
The redistricting process can significantly affect political representation and electoral outcomes.
Action context
This story references a legislative proposal. A specific bill action page is not available yet.