Louisiana lawmakers weigh cuts to Black House districts
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By Carlie Kollath Wells
Published on May 7, 2026.
Louisiana lawmakers are considering four proposals to reduce one or both of the state's majority-Black congressional districts, which could significantly impact Black political representation in the state. The proposals, first reported by WDSU, aim to redraw the state to favor Republicans. One proposal eliminates both majority-black districts, another keeps the Baton Rouge-based district, while two keep the New Orleans-based area. The state Senate committee is set to hear public comment. Louisiana's Governor, Jeff Landry, suspended the House primaries last week after absentee voting had begun and days before early voting was set to begin. The ACLU and other groups are urging residents to vote their entire ballot while legal challenges continue.
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