Supreme Court bars redrawing Republican New York congressional district
People walk near the U.S. Supreme Court, where justices are expected to issue opinions on pending cases, on February 25, 2026 in Washington DC, United States.
Kylie Cooper | Reuters
The Supreme Court issued a decision Monday effectively banning redrawing the boundaries of the only congressional district in New York City currently held by a Republican for the 2026 midterm elections.
The decision is a victory for the incumbent president, who is seeking re-election this November. Representative Nicole MalliotakisStaten Island Republican who asked the Supreme Court to hear his proposal to block new lines for this contest.
The Supreme Court’s decision is a potentially significant decision for Republicans as they try to maintain their narrow majorities in both houses of Congress. The GOP has just a 218-214 majority in the House of Representatives.
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