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Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen ending campaign after redraw of his Memphis district

Cohen ended his reelection bid after Tennessee's new congressional map reshaped his Memphis district.

Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen ending campaign after redraw of his Memphis district
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Rep. Steve Cohen announced he is ending his reelection campaign after Tennessee Republicans redrew his Memphis-area district to favor the GOP. He said he may reenter the race if his lawsuit restores the old district.

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Steve Cohen Ends Reelection Campaign After Redistricting

Outlets agree Steve Cohen is ending his reelection campaign after Tennessee redrew his Memphis-area district. Many reports note he could return if a court challenge restores the former district. Left-leaning outlets frame the map as an effort to suppress Black voters and defeat Cohen. Center outlets largely focus on his decision and the map’s effect, often noting the legal challenge could bring him back. Right-leaning outlets connect his exit to the new map; some present it as a Republican opportunity, while others focus on Cohen’s response.

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