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Alabama Lawmakers Pass New House Primary Plan; Courts Weigh Redistricting

May 9, 2026

Summary

Alabama lawmakers approved a plan for new US House primaries, contingent on court approval, to implement different congressional districts. Republicans are pushing for a GOP-friendly map, while the state urges the Supreme Court to clear the way.

How coverage differs

  • Left: Lawmakers approve primary plan, pushing redistricting despite ongoing court battles Left-leaning outlets report that Alabama lawmakers passed a new House primary plan while the state continues its legal battle over congressional redistricting. They highlight the ongoing push by the state to implement a new map despite judicial scrutiny and the Supreme Court's previous rejection of a map that diluted Black voters' power.
  • Center: Lawmakers approve primary plan, pending court decision on new districts Center outlets report that Alabama lawmakers approved a plan for new US House primaries, which remains contingent on court approval for different congressional districts. They factually describe the legislative action taken by the state and the ongoing legal process concerning the redistricting map.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Alabama lawmakers pass plan for new House primary as state pushes to redistrict

Center

  • Alabama lawmakers pass plan for new US House primary if courts allow different districts - AP News

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