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Everyday Law · Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit

Sep 21, 2026 · 26-2797, 26-2827 · Appeal

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Missouri’s election map fight: which map should be used?

A battle over which election map Missouri voters will use looms ahead of elections.

TL;DR

  1. 1Missouri drew new election maps in 2025, replacing the 2022 versions.
  2. 2A group says using the new map hurts voters who chose candidates in old districts.
  3. 3A court must decide which map to use for the November 2026 election.

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Which map should Missouri use for the November 2026 election?

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