Summary
In Utah, a group called Mormon Women for Ethical Government (MWEG) is involved in a lawsuit that led to a court order for redistricting the state's congressional seats. The new map, approved by the legislature, could improve Democrats' chances of winning a seat in the upcoming elections but still needs a judge's review. This redistricting effort in Utah is part of a larger national trend influenced by President Trump, who has encouraged Republican states to redraw their district maps.
Key Facts
- Redistricting in Utah was prompted by a court order resulting from a lawsuit involving the group Mormon Women for Ethical Government.
- The new district map could make it easier for Democrats to win a House seat in the predominantly Republican state.
- President Trump has encouraged redistricting efforts in several Republican states to strengthen his party's position in Congress.
- The group's involvement in redistricting began before Trump's recent push; they focus on a fair democratic process.
- Republican lawmakers in Utah complied with the court's order but expressed dissatisfaction with the judicial intervention.
- States typically redistrict every ten years after the census, but recent changes have been influenced by political strategy.
- MWEG was formed in 2017 and claims around 9,000 members, mainly from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
