U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Unanimous Post-Trial Decision and Long-Settled Precedent, Allows South Carolina's Racially Discriminatory Congressional Map to Stand

The decision rejects historical deference to trial court findings, increasing the burden on plaintiffs to prove racial discrimination in voting, affecting efforts to ensure fair access for Black voters.

The Supreme Court's approval of alleged racial discrimination in the redistricting process undermines Black voters' rights, signaling a threat to democracy and the ongoing battle for Black political empowerment.

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