RALEIGH, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) -- 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.

The party made their mission clear during their debate at the General Assembly – to gain political strength and help further President Donald Trumps’s agenda.

“Our delegation will advocate for the true beliefs of North Carolinians and it is a fact that we will send one more Republican to Congress from this great state,” said Brenden Jones, a Republican representing Columbus County.

Jones and his allies believe more seats in Congress will in turn give congressional Republicans more flexibility to pass their priorities.

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