Alabama Lawmakers Pass New House Primary Plan if Courts Allow Redistricting
Summary
Alabama lawmakers approved a plan for new US House primaries, contingent on court approval for different congressional districts. The state is urging the Supreme Court to allow a redrawn map that could boost Republican chances.
How coverage differs
- Left: State lawmakers approve primary plan, contingent on court redistricting decision Left-leaning outlets report on Alabama lawmakers passing a new House primary plan, noting its contingency on court approval for redrawn congressional districts. They highlight the state's push for a map that could boost Republican chances, emphasizing the ongoing legal battle over fair representation.
- Center: Alabama Republicans approve new primary plan for potential GOP-friendly map Center outlets report that Alabama lawmakers passed a plan for new US House primaries, which remains contingent on court approval for different congressional districts. They note the state's ongoing efforts to persuade the Supreme Court to allow a redrawn map that could potentially favor Republicans.