Gov. Ivey declines a special session in Alabama despite a court order to redraw illegal voting maps
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced Friday that she will not convene a special legislative session to redraw the ...
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Federal court to consider return of preclearance oversight to Alabama’s voting map
A three-judge federal panel will hear arguments on July 29, 2025, to determine whether Alabama should ...
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Justice Department opposes ‘pre-clearance request’ in Alabama redistricting case
The U.S. Department of Justice has lodged a statement of interest in the ongoing Alabama redistricting ...
Read moreDetailsAlabama considers deferring redistricting until 2030 amid federal oversight concerns
The Alabama Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday the state may forgo drawing new congressional district maps ...
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Rep. Sewell condemns DOJ’s termination of Lowndes County environmental justice agreement
Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) has issued a statement criticizing the Department of Justice's decision to terminate ...
Read moreDetailsRep. Sewell speaks out against SAVE Act
U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) spoke on the House floor to voice her strong opposition to ...
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Trial begins for Alabama’s congressional redistricting map
A trial began Monday, Feb. 10, in Alabama, marking a pivotal moment in a years-long battle ...
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State of Alabama to have two Black U.S. House members serving together, first time in US history
Nov 14, 2024 Story by: Editor The 2024 election, along with a court-ordered redistricting, has led ...
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Three-judge panel orders Alabama to use new map after violating ‘Voting Rights Act’, ensuring fair representation for Black voters
Federal judges ruled Thursday that Alabama intentionally diluted the voting strength of Black residents when it ...
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