GOP redraws Shelby County into three districts to maximize control

Tennessee Republicans unveiled a special-session map that splits Shelby County into three districts to amplify GOP representation and consolidate power in Williamson County, drawing fierce objections from Memphis residents who say the move dilutes Black voting power and undermines accountability. The plan involves altering mid-cycle redistricting rules and relies on White House input for population figures to keep the map legal, with supporters arguing it’s a legislative design aiming for strong GOP gains across several districts.