Missouri Supreme Court halts GOP congressional map ahead of fall referendum
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The Missouri Supreme Court unanimously rejected the GOP-drawn congressional map on Thursday, September 3, 2026, ruling that the plan cannot be used in November elections. The decision marks a setback for Republicans, who had sought an additional House seat with the support of Donald Trump. While Denny Hoskins (R) initially deemed the Democratic referendum petition insufficient, the court’s ruling now ensures that a statewide vote will determine the map's validity this fall.