Uproar in Tennessee after new congressional map is approved that erases majority Black district
Summary
Tennessee Republican lawmakers approved a new congressional map that removes the state’s only district with a majority Black population. This change affects the district currently represented by a Democrat.Key Facts
- Tennessee lawmakers from the Republican Party created a new map for congressional districts.
- The new map eliminates the district that has a majority of Black residents.
- The district that was removed is currently represented by a Democratic member of Congress.
- This change changes the political and racial makeup of Tennessee’s districts.
- The decision has caused strong reactions and controversy within the state.
- The congressional map will affect future elections in Tennessee.
- The new map was approved despite protests from some communities and political groups.
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