Southern states rush to draw new Congressional districts after Supreme Court ruling

NPR | By Debbie Elliott

Published May 12, 2026 at 4:29 PM EDT

Across the South, some state legislatures are rushing to redraw Congressional district lines after the Supreme Court cleared the way. Black voters say their voices are at stake.

Debbie Elliott

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott can be heard telling stories from her native South. She covers the latest news and politics, and is attuned to the region's rich culture and history.

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