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SCOTUS 6-3 Ruling Strikes Louisiana Map, Demands Intent Evidence

5/1/2026

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The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act requires proof of intentional discrimination and struck down Louisiana’s congressional map, leaving the state without a map for 2026 elections.
Justice Elena Kagan dissented, warning the decision will reduce minority representation and make Section 2 nearly impossible to enforce.
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said the decision vindicates the state and pledged a new map by May 16 primaries.

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The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act requires proof of intentional discrimination and struck down Louisiana’s congressional map, leaving the state without a map for 2026 elections.
Justice Elena Kagan dissented, warning the decision will reduce minority representation and make Section 2 nearly impossible to enforce.
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said the decision vindicates the state and pledged a new map by May 16 primaries.