Rep. Steve Cohen Ends Reelection Campaign Amid Tennessee Redistricting
Democratic Representative Steve Cohen of Tennessee has announced the end of his reelection campaign following the redrawing of his Memphis district. This decision comes after Tennessee Republicans enacted a new U.S. House map that significantly alters Cohen's majority-Black district, favoring the GOP. Cohen, who has served his Memphis-based district for nearly two decades, expressed his dismay at the redistricting, which he believes was designed to defeat him. He is currently challenging the redistricting in court and has stated he would reenter the race if the lawsuit succeeds in restoring his old district. Cohen's departure could lead to Tennessee having an entirely Republican congressional delegation, potentially isolating the state from Democratic influence if the party regains the White House. 
