Summary
The governor of Indiana announced a special session to redraw the state's congressional districts. This decision follows pressure from President Trump to create more favorable electoral maps for Republicans. Similar efforts are happening in other states, such as Virginia.
Key Facts
- Indiana's governor is holding a special session to change congressional maps.
- The aim is to help Republicans gain more seats in the upcoming elections.
- President Trump encouraged these redistricting efforts.
- Redistricting is the process of changing the lines that define voting districts.
- Democrats in several states are opposing these changes.
- Virginia also began a special session for redistricting efforts.