The DSR Network DSR Daily November 11: Judge Deals Blow to GOP Redistricting
Nov 11, 2025
A judge has rejected a GOP congressional map in Utah, favoring a centrist alternative that keeps a Democratic stronghold intact. The Supreme Court is set to hear a significant case on mail-in ballot deadlines that could affect elections in 30 states. Tensions are rising as Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene clash over policy priorities, with Greene urging a focus on domestic issues. Meanwhile, the COP30 summit in Brazil is underway, urging nations to collaborate on climate action amidst criticisms of the US's absence.
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Court Restores Competitive Utah District
- A Utah judge overturned a Republican-drawn congressional map for violating the state constitution and adopted a centrist coalition's map.
- The new map preserves a Democratic-leaning Salt Lake City district and could reshape 2026 House prospects if upheld.
Small Shifts Could Yield Big House Gains
- David Rothkopf argues small advantages plus national trends could flip many House seats in 2026.
- He notes economic headwinds and low Trump popularity may produce an 8% Democratic swing worth ~35 seats.
High Court To Decide Mail-In Grace Periods
- The Supreme Court will review Mississippi's mail-in ballot deadline grace period that a lower court found illegal under federal law.
- The outcome matters for roughly 30 states that allow similar postmarked-by-election-day grace periods.