Abrams testifies against Tennessee’s proposed congressional map
Stacey Abrams testified against Tennessee's proposed congressional map, which would divide Memphis and threaten the state's sole Democratic House member, Rep. Steve Cohen. The map is part of a broader GOP effort to redraw congressional lines ahead of the midterm elections.
Democrat Stacey Abrams testified before Tennessee state lawmakers against a proposed congressional map that would carve up the state's sole majority-Black district. The map, unveiled on Wednesday, would divide Memphis into three parts, affecting Rep. Steve Cohen's district, the only Democratic seat among Tennessee's nine House members. Tennessee lawmakers convened in a special session to consider the map, following President Trump's call for GOP-led states to move forward with mid-decade redistricting. Abrams urged lawmakers to prioritize governing on behalf of all Tennessee citizens, rather than succumbing to political pressure. Cohen also testified, arguing that the redistricting effort would harm Tennessee's interests and silence the voices of Memphis citizens. The full chamber is expected to consider the legislation on Thursday.
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