At Trump’s urging, Missouri jumps into redistricting race to help Republicans

by The editor•29 August 2025•NPR

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe, at the Missouri State Fair this month, has called lawmakers to a special session to draw new voting lines sought by President Trump.

Gov. Mike Kehoe called a special session starting Wednesday to help the GOP hold onto Congress. It’s part of the battle to reshape the voting map and help Trump keep a majority for his agenda.

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