Missouri's Republican Governor Mike Kehoe is calling for a special session to redraw the state's congressional districts, aiming to benefit Republicans in the 2026 elections. This follows Texas's similar move, creating a partisan battle over redistricting. The proposed Missouri map targets a Democratic representative's district. Democrats strongly oppose this, calling it an attack on democracy. The redistricting effort is part of a broader national strategy by Republicans to maintain control of the House of Representatives, mirroring actions in other states like Texas and California.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.