Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana's Black District

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The Supreme Courts six-to-three ruling struck down Louisianas majority-Black congressional district, citing unconstitutional racial bias. This decision, led by Chief Justice John Roberts and the conservative majority, limits the use of race in redistricting under Section Two of the Voting Rights Act. Liberal justices warn this could weaken protections for…

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The Supreme Courts six-to-three ruling struck down Louisianas majority-Black congressional district, citing unconstitutional racial bias. This decision, led by Chief Justice John Roberts and the conservative majority, limits the use of race in redistricting under Section Two of the Voting Rights Act. Liberal justices warn this could weaken protections for nearly seventy congressional districts nationwide, potentially shifting power in Congress. The rulings timing is crucial with midterms approac

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