Supreme Court Inclined to Limit Race-Based Districts
The Supreme Court appears ready to limit a key tool of the Voting Rights Act, potentially undermining the law's ability to root out racial discrimination in voting.
During oral arguments in a Louisiana redistricting case, conservative justices seemed skeptical about the drawing of a second Black-majority district, suggesting they may strike down the district for relying too heavily on race.
The court's decision could boost Republican electoral prospects, particularly across the South.
The case has significant implications for the Voting Rights Act of 1965, with a potential ruling that could effectively gut a key provision of the law.
Author's summary: Supreme Court may limit Voting Rights Act.