Missouri court rules in favor of Trump-backed map, but Supreme Court will weigh in
Summary
This episode covers the ongoing legal battle over Missouri's congressional redistricting map ahead of the midterm elections. A federal appeals court ruled that the Republican-backed map, which favors flipping a seat, must be used for the November vote, overriding a state supreme court decision that required voter approval. The report features comments from Republican Congressman Bob Onder, who views the ruling as protecting primary voters, and Chuck Hatfield, who argues federal courts should not interfere so close to election day. The segment notes that the Supreme Court has already decline…
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Show Introduction: Trump Is Terms
Missouri Redistricting: Federal Appeals Court Ruling
Supreme Court Refusal to Intervene in State Map
Rep. Bob Onder: Primary Voter Rights Argument
Disenfranchisement Claims and Rule of Law
Referendum Delay and Supreme Court Appeal
Opposition View: Federal Interference in Elections
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