Supreme Court Weighs Role of Race in Congressional Map Drawing
The Supreme Court is hearing a Louisiana redistricting case that could reshape the Voting Rights Act and impact congressional maps nationwide.
The case, Louisiana v., stems from the state's recent redistricting process, in which lawmakers drew a congressional map with one Black-majority district, prompting a lawsuit and accusations of violating the Voting Rights Act.
At issue is whether race should play a role in drawing congressional maps, with about one-third of Louisiana voters being Black and the state having six seats in the U.S.
Should race play a role in the drawing of congressional maps?
The outcome could overturn parts of the landmark Voting Rights Act, with potential impacts felt across the country.
Author's summary: Supreme Court reviews Louisiana redistricting case.
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