Missouri's Republican-controlled legislature is redrawing its congressional map to target a Democratic-held seat, aligning with President Trump's push for GOP gains in the 2024 midterms. The proposed map significantly alters Rep. Emanuel Cleaver's district, favoring Republicans in seven of eight districts. Democrats decry the move as a partisan power grab, questioning the map's creation and lack of transparency. The map's sponsor calls it an improvement, while Democrats argue it's a blow to Missouri's democracy. This action follows similar partisan redistricting efforts in other states.

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