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Judge Orders Mississippi to Redraw Supreme Court Map for Fair Voting
8/20/2025
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Story summary
- A federal judge ordered Mississippi to redraw its Supreme Court electoral map, citing violations of the Voting Rights Act.
- The existing map, established in 1987, divides the Black-majority Delta region, reducing its electoral power.
- The ACLU backed the lawsuit, advocating for fair representation and diverse candidates.
- This ruling could impact future elections and similar cases across the country, underscoring minority voting rights.
