Redistricting debate shifts to South Carolina as Republicans seek clean sweep of US House seats
The redistricting debate in South Carolina is intensifying as lawmakers prepare to discuss new congressional maps. Republicans aim to create a map that could lead to a clean sweep of U.S. House seats, particularly targeting districts held by Democrats. The discussions come in the wake of a Supreme Court ruling that has weakened protections for minority districts, raising concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement.
- ▪The South Carolina House is set to debate a redistricting bill that could favor Republicans.
- ▪U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn, the only Democrat in South Carolina's congressional delegation, plans to run regardless of district changes.
- ▪Republican leaders are pushing for a map that could result in a 7-0 Republican majority in the state's House representation.
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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 onRedistricting debate shifts to South Carolina as Republicans seek clean sweep of US House seatsA debate over congressional redistricting is shifting to South CarolinaByJEFFREY COLLINS Associated Press and DAVID A. LIEB Associated PressMay 18, 2026, 1:59 AM1:10The South Carolina House chamber is roped off as authorities put in extra security during debate on a redistricting bill on Friday, May 15, 2026, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Collins).The Associated PressCOLUMBIA, S.C.
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