Published May 12, 2026, 4:48 PM ET · Updated 6 months ago · 1 source
South Carolina Rejects Trump Pressure to Redraw Congress Map
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South Carolina's Republican-led Senate rejected President Donald Trump's pressure to redraw congressional districts, a move aimed at unseating Representative Jim Clyburn. Senate Republican leader Shane Massey argued that pursuing a 7-0 advantage would be politically risky and could embolden Democratic voters. The resolution to allow a special session for new maps failed, with Massey citing concerns about splitting communities and potential backlash, despite Trump's public encouragement.