Missouri Legislature Passes Trump-Backed Redistricting Map

Missouri lawmakers have approved a new congressional map that could make an important difference in the balance of power in Washington. On Sept. 12, Missouri’s state senate approved a measure that will split up the state’s urban Fifth Congressional District into three existing but newly redrawn districts. Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe, a Republican, is expected to sign the legislation. The Missouri General Assembly’s House of Representatives approved the plan on Sept. 9. The redistricting effort comes as states are trying to redraw voting districts mid-decade to preserve or expand Democratic or Republican representation in the U.S. House of Representatives. Missouri currently holds eight congressional seats. Six are represented by Republicans and two by Democrats....