Supreme Court seems poised to diminish the Voting Rights Act. What it could mean.

Supreme Court and the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court has heard oral arguments on a case that questions whether using race as a factor in drawing congressional maps is a violation of the Constitution.

The decision could potentially render the Voting Rights Act of 1965 ineffective.

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Author's summary: Supreme Court decision may impact Voting Rights Act.

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The Christian Science Monitor The Christian Science Monitor — 2025-10-16

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