South Carolina, Georgia Governors Demand Redistricting Special Sessions
Summary
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster is expected to call a special legislative session to adopt a new congressional map, while Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has already called for one to redraw the state's maps ahead of the 2028 elections. These moves follow a Supreme Court ruling that paused Louisiana's House primary election due to redistricting.
How coverage differs
- Center: Court rulings impact state redistricting efforts, prompting session changes Center outlets report factually on South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster's expected call and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp's actual call for special legislative sessions to redraw congressional maps. This coverage notes these actions follow a Supreme Court ruling that paused Louisiana's House primary election due to redistricting issues.
- Right: GOP governors push redistricting to target Democratic seats Right-leaning outlets highlight Governors Henry McMaster and Brian Kemp's calls for special legislative sessions to redraw congressional maps as a necessary response to the Supreme Court's ruling on Louisiana's redistricting. They emphasize the governors' proactive steps to ensure updated maps are in place.