Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, a Republican, calls for a special legislative session to redraw the state’s congressional districts ahead of the 2028 elections. Multiple outlets report that Kemp’s proclamation directs lawmakers to reconvene in mid-June, with The Hill specifying June 17, to consider enacting, revising, repealing, or amending laws related to dividing the state into districts. The New York Times adds that Kemp also asks lawmakers to delay election-system changes that could disrupt upcoming elections.
Outlets also describe the broader political context of Georgia’s frequent redistricting activity. MSNBC characterizes the move as an effort to create more Republican-friendly districts and notes it would mark Georgia’s third redistricting session in five years. CBS News frames the decision as the start of another redistricting fight. Breitbart likewise reports Kemp is seeking to redraw the congressional map, while The Hill focuses on the procedural details in the proclamation.
The sources agree Kemp is seeking congressional map changes for 2028, with the stated timing and legislative mechanism highlighted across reports.
