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Why Voting Rights Still Matter in 2026
Voting rights battles intensify as Supreme Court decision reshapes election maps.
In brief
Voting rights battles intensify as Supreme Court decision reshapes election maps. Supreme Court's Louisiana v. Callais ruling eliminated majority-Black districts nationwide, sparking redistricting fights ahead of 2026 midterms. Originally reported by Mother Jones.
Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court's April ruling in Louisiana v. Callais eliminated majority-Black districts nationwide.
Redistricting Fight
Republicans have pushed to redraw maps for electoral advantage since Trump urged red states to do so.
Election Threats
Trump's proposed voting restrictions and false claims of widespread voter fraud raise concerns about election integrity.
“Do I worry about this? Damn right I do”
The key point
Supreme Court's Louisiana v. Callais ruling eliminated majority-Black districts nationwide, sparking redistricting fights ahead of 2026 midterms.
