Analysis of all three maps proposed by Utah's independent redistricting commission in 2021 would have created at least one Democratic-leaning congressional district.
This week, we go over the latest in the court case over Utah's gerrymandered congressional maps and how the GOP-controlled legislature will try to open up a new
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Former economic development chief Ryan Starks approved millions in taxpayer funds for the Salt Lake Chamber Foundation just days before announcing new role with Chamber-affiliated group. The grant was later canceled over conflict concerns.
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How do you engineer a congressional map to eliminate political competition? Utah Republicans found a way—by splitting up Democratic voters so equally the variation was under 4%.
Legislative leaders say they'll meet the court's Sept. 24 deadline to draw new congressional maps, but may submit a non-compliant map to test the constitutionality of Prop. 4.
