The Louisiana redistricting case now before the Supreme Court could dramatically alter the balance of power in Congress, potentially giving Republicans up to 19 additional House seats nationwide. The outcome of Louisiana v. Callais is expected to redefine how states interpret the Voting Rights Act (VRA) and draw congressional maps […]
Supreme Court May Gut Key Voting Rights Act Protections
The 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act passed on Wednesday, but its future hangs in the balance as the Supreme Court prepares to review a case that could dismantle one of the law’s core protections. The pending decision may radically shift how race can be considered in redistricting—and whether […]