South Carolina redistricting plan stalls, maps left in limbo as early voting begins
TL;DR
SC Senate Republicans say their plan to redraw seven congressional districts to favor the GOP will not pass before the start of the two-week early voting period, leaving the map in limbo as voters head to the polls under existing lines. A final vote remains unlikely before early voting begins, raising the risk of lawsuits and costly reruns if the map is struck down; an August 18 special primary could follow depending on court decisions. Critics say the map was rushed and may rely on outdated data, while Democrats urge early voting to influence outcomes.
Topics:nationpolitics#congressional-districts#early-voting#politics#primaries#redistricting#statehouse
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