Missouri Senate Approves New Congressional Map Backed by Trump
The Missouri Senate passed a congressional redistricting plan on Friday, September 12, 2025, that is expected to bolster Republican prospects in the state, a plan publicly supported by former President Donald Trump. The vote comes after considerable debate and opposition from Democrats, who argue the map unfairly advantages the Republican party.
The plan redraws Missouri’s U.S. House districts, potentially creating a scenario where Republicans could gain an additional seat in Congress. Details of the specific district changes were not immediately available, but the outcome signals a significant shift in the state’s political landscape.
Opposition to the plan was visible at the Missouri State Capitol, with protestors gathering on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 and Friday, September 12, 2025, to voice their concerns. Images show demonstrators holding signs in opposition to the redrawn districts. Democratic U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver also spoke against the proposed plan during a state Senate committee hearing on Friday, September 11, 2025.
State Senator Barbara Washington, a Democrat, spoke against the plan in the Senate chamber on September 12, 2025, reportedly in front of a largely empty room. The passage of the bill highlights the Republican majority’s control over the redistricting process in Missouri.
The move in Missouri follows a broader national trend of states redrawing congressional maps following the 2020 census. Redistricting is a highly political process, as the way districts are drawn can significantly impact the outcome of elections. The Missouri plan, with its explicit backing from former President Trump, underscores the increasing influence of national political figures in local redistricting efforts.
While the specifics of the map remain under scrutiny, the approval by the Missouri Senate represents a major victory for Republicans in the state. The implications of this new map will be closely watched as the 2026 election cycle approaches.
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