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A new Tennessee congressional map that splits Memphis is making its debut in the state's primary
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk David A. Lieb And Kristin M. Hall, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 6, 2026
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Key takeaway Supreme Court ruling affected federal Voting Rights Act protection for minorities.
A new congressional map in Tennessee is being introduced in the state's primary election. This map has altered the districts, including a majority Black district in Memphis. S.
Supreme Court ruling affected federal Voting Rights Act protection for minorities. S. House districts, with Republicans aiming for a clean sweep in the midterms.
President Donald Trump has shown support for the redistricting efforts and has endorsed a candidate in one of the primaries. Further details about the Tennessee primary election and the new congressional map are available from KSAT 12's source.
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Category: government Published: August 6, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A new congressional map in Tennessee is being introduced in the state's primary election. This map has altered the districts, including a majority Black district in Memphis. The changes were made…
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