Internet Explorer 11 is not supported

For optimal browsing, we recommend Chrome, Firefox or Safari browsers.

Gerrymandering or Not, Court Upholds North Carolina's Congressional Maps

A panel of federal judges Thursday rejected the most recent challenge of North Carolina’s newly drawn congressional districts.

A panel of federal judges Thursday rejected the most recent challenge of North Carolina’s newly drawn congressional districts.

 

In the unanimous decision, the three district judges left open the possibility for a different lawsuit to weigh the question of blatant partisan gerrymandering.

 

The effect is that maps drawn by the legislature’s Republican leadership in February remain valid as voters cast early ballots in the primary election to decide which congressional candidates are on the ballot in November.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.