New York’s congressional map unconstitutionally “dilutes Black and Latino voting strength” in the Empire State’s Republican-held 11th District and should be redrawn, according to a lawsuit filed by Democratic super lawyer Marc Elias’ firm on Monday.

The district includes all of Staten Island and southern parts of Brooklyn and is represented by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) , who slammed the lawsuit as a “frivolous” attempt to “upend” New York’s congressional boundaries. 3

The case, filed by the Elias Law Group on behalf of four voters, comes as heated redistricting battles have played out in several states in recent months as both parties attempt to gain a partisan edge ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

“Black and Latino Staten Islanders have less opportunity than o

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