Trump presses state legislatures to follow Supreme Court, predicts GOP House gains
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 4 May 2026 at 00:09 BST: "We cannot allow there to be an Election that is conducted unconstitutionally simply for the "convenience" of State Legislatures. If they have to vote twice, so be it." "We should demand that State Legislatures do what the Supreme Court says must be done. That is more important than administrative convenience." "The byproduct is that the Republicans will receive more than 20 House Seats in the upcoming Midterms!" Explanation: President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social at 4 May 2026 at 00:09 BST: He is signaling a... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 04 May 2026 02:00 LONDON
Tennessee Governor Requests Redraw of State House Map, Potentially Eliminating Last Democratic Seat
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has requested the state General Assembly to redraw the state House map.The proposed redistricting is expected to eliminate the state's last remaining Democratic seat.This move follows a recent Supreme Court decision that weakened mandates designed to ensure minority representation in electoral districts.The General Assembly has been summoned to undertake this redistricting effort promptly.The change is significant as it could reshape the political landscape in Tennessee by consolidating Republican control.The Supreme Court ruling has altered the legal framework surrounding minority voting rights, influencing how districts can be drawn.It remains unclear how the redistricting process will proceed and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 23:31 LONDON
Legal challenge over Louisiana primary delay
Voters in Louisiana have filed a lawsuit challenging the governor's decision to delay the state's May House primary election.The delay follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that found the state's congressional map unconstitutional.The primary, originally scheduled for May, was suspended as a result of the court's decision.The lawsuit argues against the postponement, asserting that the delay undermines the electoral process.The governor's office has not yet issued a detailed response to the legal challenge.The suspension of the primary has created uncertainty for candidates and voters alike.This dispute arises amid ongoing debates about electoral fairness and representation in Louisiana.The Supreme Court's ruling... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 01 May 2026 21:01 LONDON
US Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling Sparks New Redistricting Battles
The US Supreme Court's recent ruling on voting rights is expected to trigger a surge in new congressional redistricting efforts across the country.This development follows the court's decision that limits the application of a key provision of the Voting Rights Act related to how districts are drawn.The ruling, issued by a 6-3 majority, found that states are not required to create majority-minority districts under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.This provision had previously been used to challenge racially discriminatory redistricting practices.As a result, experts anticipate a flood of new congressional maps that will likely produce fewer competitive districts.This change... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 12:03 LONDON
Louisiana Postpones Primaries Following Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling
Louisiana has postponed its May 16 primary elections after the US Supreme Court ruled the state's congressional districts unconstitutional.The decision invalidated the current electoral maps, which the state can no longer use for the upcoming primaries.Governor Jeff Landry and Attorney General Liz Murrill, both Republicans, jointly announced the postponement on April 30, 2026.They stated that the state is enjoined from carrying out congressional elections under the existing map and is working with the legislature and Secretary of State to develop a path forward.Early voting had been scheduled to begin on Saturday, but the ruling disrupted these plans.House Speaker Mike Johnson... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 30 Apr 2026 03:01 LONDON
Florida Legislature Approves New Congressional Map Favoring Republicans
The Florida legislature has approved a new congressional redistricting map designed to increase Republican representation in the U.S.House of Representatives.The vote occurred on April 29, 2026, shortly after Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled the proposal.The new map is expected to shift Florida's congressional delegation from 20 Republicans and 8 Democrats to approximately 24 Republicans and 4 Democrats.This change could add four Republican seats in the upcoming midterm elections.Several voting rights groups have announced plans to challenge the map in court once it is signed into law by Governor DeSantis.The challenges are anticipated due to concerns over partisan gerrymandering and potential violations... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 29 Apr 2026 23:33 LONDON
