In a recent decision, the Supreme Court has upheld South Carolina’s congressional map, which faced allegations of racial gerrymandering and dilution of Black voters’ influence. Despite a lower court’s prior ruling against the map, the Supreme Court’s decision, announced after months of anticipation, will not immediately impact the upcoming November elections.
A critical legal case that could reshape political power in Alabama’s largest county is now in the hands of a federal judge. Plaintiffs argue that the Jefferson County...
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Though the 2024 election has concluded, many ongoing redistricting cases could still significantly influence voting rights across various states. While the 2026 midterm election may seem distant, these...
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The New York State Supreme Court has upheld the constitutionality of the New York Voting Rights Act (NYVRA) following oral arguments in the case New York Communities for...
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A federal three-judge panel convened in Little Rock to hear arguments regarding the dismissal of a lawsuit challenging Arkansas’ 2021 congressional district map. The lawsuit, filed by the...
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The Electoral Count Reform Act of 2022 requires all states to certify presidential election results by December 11th for submission to the Electoral College. Fortunately, the process has...
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