Maryland Senate president softens stance on redistricting: 'The rules have changed'

"Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson Ditches Skepticism on Mid-Decade Redistricting Amid Nationwide Congressional Map Battles In a surprising move, Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson has seemingly reversed his stance on mid-decade redistricting, a move that could have significant implications for the state's congressional map. The shift comes as battles over gerrymandered districts intensify nationwide ahead of the November midterms, with Democrats and Republicans fighting for control of the US Congress. Ferguson's initial concerns about drawing a new map had centered on the potential for legal challenges and public backlash in a state where Democrats already hold a strong majority. However, with the stakes higher than ever, it remains to be seen whether Ferguson's change of heart will lead to a more competitive and representative congressional map in Maryland."

Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson (D) signaled a shift this week on mid-decade redistricting, softening his earlier skepticism as battles over congressional maps intensify nationwide ahead of November’s midterms. Ferguson had previously raised concerns about drawing a new map, warning it could trigger legal challenges and public backlash in a state where Democrats already hold...