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McMaster calls on South Carolina lawmakers to return for redistricting special session

McMaster calls on South Carolina lawmakers to return for redistricting special session

Summary

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has called a special session of the state legislature to create a new map for congressional districts. This new map would remove the state’s only Democratic seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. The change is part of a larger effort by both political parties to redraw voting boundaries before the November elections.

Key Facts

  • Governor Henry McMaster announced a special session for redistricting.
  • The new map aims to eliminate South Carolina’s single Democratic U.S. House seat.
  • Redistricting is the process of redrawing electoral district boundaries.
  • Both Democrats and Republicans are actively redrawing maps before the November midterms.
  • The special session was called on a Thursday.
  • The redistricting will affect South Carolina’s congressional representation.
  • The action reflects ongoing efforts to influence election outcomes through district changes.
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