EMILYs List Statement on Ohio Passing New Congressional Map for 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Ohio’s redistricting commission agreed to a new congressional map that will be used in next year’s midterm elections. EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the following statement: 

“As Republicans aggressively gerrymander across the country, Ohio’s agreement, while far from fair, keeps seats across the state competitive. With this map, we can defend U.S. Rep. Emilia Sykes’ seat in Congress and ensure she can continue to deliver for the people of her district. EMILYs List is going to continue fighting alongside Rep. Sykes to make sure she is reelected to the U.S. House. We know bold women leaders nationwide will be at the center of the fight to take back the majority for Democrats.”

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