Why Louisiana paused its US House primary election amid redistricting push
Author: Joseph StepanskyPublished on: May 13, 2026Country: United States
Politics

Louisiana will hold several primary elections, but the primary for the six US House districts has been paused by the governor following a Supreme Court ruling. This ruling allows for redrawing the congressional district map, potentially eliminating one of two majority-Black districts. Rights groups are challenging the pause, claiming it violates both the US and state constitutions.
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