When the New York Court of Appeals — which, yes, is the highest court in the state — ordered that new congressional maps be drawn up in time for the 2024 elections, Democrats secured a victory that they hope will at least offset Republican gains in North Carolina.
New York Democrats now have the opportunity to try to make seats more favorable for them, although the law still formally prohibits partisan gerrymandering. Nonetheless, with so many competitive seats across the state, trimming a few GOP votes here and adding a few Democrats there could make a big difference.
Michael Macagnone has Roll Call’s full coverage of the legal battles over redistricting, including in New York. While a commission will seek to draw new maps in accordance with the court order, the Democrat-controlled Legislature wields the ultimate power.
