Supreme Court Greenlights Louisiana's New Congressional Map with Two Majority-Black Districts

The decision overrides a lower court's ruling and sets the stage for the 2024 elections under the revised boundaries.

• The Supreme Court's order allows Louisiana to use a new map with two majority-Black districts for the 2024 elections.
• A lower court had previously blocked the map, citing unconstitutional racial gerrymandering.
• The ruling is seen as a victory for Democrats, potentially increasing their representation in Louisiana.
• The case has its roots in challenges to the 2022 congressional map, which had only one majority-Black district.
• The decision underscores ongoing legal battles over redistricting and the Voting Rights Act.

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