Why Louisiana paused its US House primary election amid redistricting push

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

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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