Trump-backed Missouri congressional map returns to Supreme Court for third time

Missouri's congressional map, backed by Trump, faces another Supreme Court challenge as voters face confusion over district changes.

Editorial Desk

September 23, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, United States — The U.S. Supreme Court has once again taken up the issue of Missouri’s congressional map, which was designed to benefit Republicans and is now facing legal challenges. This marks the third time the map has returned to the highest court.

The new map, supported by President Donald Trump, aims to help Republicans gain an additional House seat in the upcoming midterm elections. However, it has been blocked twice by the Supreme Court, and a recent appeals court ruling has reignited the debate over its legality.

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The dispute has caused uncertainty for over a million voters who could be moved to different districts. The current map, used for absentee voting, is based on 2022 data, while the new version, which reshapes key districts, remains in legal limbo. The Supreme Court has given supporters of the new map until midday Wednesday to respond to the latest appeal.

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