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If You're a Fan of Multi-Leveled Irony, Outgoing Dem Rep. Steve Cohen Has You Covered

Cohen said Republicans were “colonizing Memphis” through redistricting after his district was affected by a Supreme Court decision.

If You're a Fan of Multi-Leveled Irony, Outgoing Dem Rep. Steve Cohen Has You Covered
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
May 18, 2026
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Steve Cohen said Republicans were “colonizing Memphis” through redistricting, after he ended his reelection campaign following a Supreme Court decision affecting his district. Twitchy presents the remark as ironic and sharply criticizes it.

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Tennessee representative criticized for his remarks about Republican redistricting

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Former president whose past remark about African Americans and party affiliation is cited

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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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