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Why Republicans have redrawn North Carolina's congressional districts

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On Wednesday, North Carolina Republicans approved new congressional maps aimed at bolstering their chances at holding onto Congress during next year's midterm elections.

Here & Now's Tiziana Dearing speaks with political scientist Chris Cooper about the redistricting battles that have been sparked by President Trump's push for gerrymandered maps that could boost Republicans in the 2026 midterms.

This segment aired on October 22, 2025.

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