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The Utah GOP urged support for "Option C," a map that would favor Republicans in redistricting, on Wednesday.

Democrats immediately criticized the move as biased, sparking debate over fair representation.

Public comments on the map proposals close on Monday, and final approval follows soon after.

SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Republican Party is pushing voters to support a proposed congressional map it views as the most favorable to incumbent Republicans as part of its efforts to preserve its GOP stronghold in Congress in next year's midterms.

The Utah GOP sent an email to donors and delegates urging them to submit comments in support of "Option C," one of the six proposed maps that Republicans believe would offer their strongest chance to m

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