New York congressional map to be redrawn, state judge decides

A New York state judge has mandated that the congressional map be redrawn by February, citing that the current 11th District violates the state constitution and dilutes Black and Latino votes. This district, represented by Republican Nicole Malliotakis, could potentially shift to favor Democrats if redrawn. The ruling is expected to be appealed, with implications for the upcoming midterm elections. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries supported the decision, while GOP leaders condemned it as partisan gerrymandering.

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