Maryland Democrat Defies Hakeem Jeffries on Mid-Cycle Redistricting Push to Oust Republican Rep

Top Maryland Democrat defies House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' push to oust state's lone Republican from Congress, throwing cold water on efforts to boot the lone GOP representative in the state legislature's mid-cycle redistricting process. The move comes as Jeffries has been advocating for a change that would give Maryland two Democratic representatives and eliminate its only Republican seat. However, the top Democrat has rejected the plan, citing the potential impact on the state's voting patterns. This development marks a setback for Jeffries' efforts to reshape Maryland's congressional map.