A national redistricting fight is intensifying, with Republican-led legislatures across several states advancing new congressional maps aimed at expanding GOP representation. Encouraged by former President Donald Trump, these efforts could strengthen Republican control of the U.S. House ahead of upcoming elections.

In North Carolina, Republicans are pushing a map projected to give the party an advantage in 11 of 14 congressional districts, up from 10. The plan, which targets Democratic Rep. Don Davis’s seat, passed the state Senate despite protests and Democratic opposition. Governor Josh Stein, a Democrat, cannot veto redistricting proposals under state law, making it likely the measure will advance.

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