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The Supreme Courts six-three decision in Louisiana v. Callais has struck down the states congressional map as an unconstitutional racial gerrymander under the Voting Rights Act. Justice Samuel Alitos majority opinion emphasizes the Acts role in upholding the Constitution, not contradicting it. The ruling has sparked controversy, with figures like Rev Al Sharpton, Barack Obama, and New York Attorney General Letitia James criticizing it as a blow to voting rights. The decision may embolden other Republican-led states to challenge similar maps, potentially endangering Black and Latino voting power ahead of the midterms. This ruling marks a significant shift in the application of the Voting Rights Act, setting the stage for ongoing battles over fair maps.

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