What is the main basis of the lawsuits filed against the New York City congressional district boundaries?

The main basis of the lawsuits is the alleged discrimination against growing Black and Latino populations by excluding them from the 11th congressional district, which the plaintiffs claim prevents these communities from having a significant influence on elections.

Who represents the 11th congressional district that is being challenged?

The 11th congressional district is currently represented by Republican Nicole Malliotakis.

Who approved the district map that is being challenged?

The district map was approved by the Democratic legislature.

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Lawsuits Challenge New York City Congressional District Boundaries Over Alleged Discrimination

New Yorkers filed lawsuits challenging the GOP-held 11th congressional district boundaries in New York City, alleging the map discriminates against growing Black and Latino populations.

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Lawsuits have been filed by New Yorkers challenging the newly redrawn boundaries of a GOP-held congressional district in New York City.

The legal challenges specifically target New York City's 11th congressional district, which is currently represented by Republican Nicole Malliotakis.

Plaintiffs allege that the district map, approved by the Democratic legislature, discriminates by excluding growing Black and Latino populations.

The lawsuits question the fairness and legality of the district boundaries, claiming they prevent these communities from influencing elections.

The state elections board is facing these legal actions over the alleged discriminatory practices in the redrawn political maps.

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Center-leaning sources cover this story neutrally, presenting the lawsuit's details and political context without taking a side. They attribute strong opinions directly to involved parties, such as Rep. Malliotakis and the NYGOP, while providing background on both Republican and Democratic redistricting efforts. The reporting focuses on factual developments and potential implications.

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: The main basis of the lawsuits is the alleged discrimination against growing Black and Latino populations by excluding them from the 11th congressional district, which the plaintiffs claim prevents these communities from having a significant influence on elections.
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: The 11th congressional district is currently represented by Republican Nicole Malliotakis.
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: The state elections board is facing these legal actions over the alleged discriminatory practices in the redrawn political maps.
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