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WATCH: Rep. Shomari Figures speaks about redistricting

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court opened the door to eliminating not only Rep. Figures' district in Alabama, but most of the majority Black districts across the South.

Published May 19, 2026, 8:39 PM

Updated May 20, 2026, 1:10 AM4.7K

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Rep. Shomari Figures speaks about redistricting

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court opened the door to eliminating not only Rep. Figures' district in Alabama, but most of the majority Black districts across the South.

May 19, 2026

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WATCH: Rep. Shomari Figures speaks about redistricting

Rep. Shomari Figures speaks about redistricting

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court opened the door to eliminating not only Rep. Figures' district in Alabama, but most of the majority Black districts across the South.

May 19, 2026

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