Which states might redraw congressional maps in 2026, 2028 after Supreme Court ruling
A recent Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana v. Callais may lead to more frequent congressional redistricting, potentially every few years instead of once per decade, affecting minority representation and electoral competitiveness nationwide. The decision could prompt both Republican- and Democratic-controlled states to redraw maps, with Louisiana and Tennessee already considering changes ahead of the 2026 elections. While immediate impacts are limited due to passed filing deadlines, the long-term effect could be ongoing partisan redistricting battles ahead of the 2028 cycle.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onWhich states might redraw congressional maps in 2026, 2028 after Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act rulingThe ruling could result in states redistricting every few years.ByOren Oppenheim, Gaby Vinick, and Benjamin SiegelMay 1, 2026, 2:35 PM4:45People walk outside the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, March 14, 2026.
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