As the midterm elections approach, Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the revival of the Governor's Redistricting Advisory Commission to recommend new congressional maps.
The commission, chaired by Angela Alsobrooks, former Prince George’s County executive, aims to ensure fair and representative maps for Maryland.
My commitment has been clear from day one — we will explore every avenue possible to make sure Maryland has fair and representative maps.
This effort is part of a national battle over voter maps, with President Donald Trump trying to prevent Democrats from gaining seats in Congress.
The commission has historically met every decade to redraw legislative and congressional maps based on Census results, but many states have begun redistricting mid-cycle.
Author's summary: Gov. Wes Moore revives redistricting commission.