North Carolina has become the first swing state to draw new congressional districts amid a nationwide redistricting battle initiated by President Trump.

Last week, North Carolina Republicans unveiled a plan, backed by President Donald Trump, to redraw the state’s congressional map in order to pick up another seat for the GOP in the 2026 midterms. Less than a week later, that map became law.

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RALEIGH, N.C. -- The North Carolina House approved a new Congressional voting map Wednesday, which is set to be implemented for the 2026 election.

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Heeding a call by President Donald Trump, North Carolina Republican leaders have announced plans to hold a vote on redrawing the state's congressional districts to give the GOP an additional seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

North Carolina Republicans officially approved a new congressional map with a 66-48 vote in the House on Wednesday afternoon. Two districts in eastern NC were drawn to give the GOP a chance at controlling 11 of the state’s 14.

NC Republicans released a new map that moves Rep. Don Davis’ home out of his district and gives their party a strong chance to secure an extra seat.