Supreme Court takes up race and the role it plays in redistricting. Merrill v Milligan is out of Alabama and could impact the country.
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court is beginning its latest term this week and the nine justices aren't waiting long to weigh into another hot-button issue: race.At its core, the case out of Alabama addresses whether lawmakers drew a fair and legal map during the latest round of redistricting.One only of seven House districts that were drawn is a majority-minority district.
How the justices rule could impact the Voting Rights Act and the process for drawing districts in every state across the country.This isn't the only case involving race the Supreme Court will hear this term. In a few weeks, the Supreme Court will take up affirmative action and the role race should play in the college admission process.
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