Overview

• The justices reargued Louisiana v. Callais, focusing on whether Section 2 allows consideration of race in remedial maps and whether creating majority-Black districts violates the 14th or 15th Amendments.
• Members of the conservative bloc signaled interest in curbing indefinite race-based remedies, with suggestions to require stronger proof from plaintiffs, including potential intent or a heightened test.
• Louisiana reversed course to oppose its remedial map and aligned with self-described non‑African‑American voters, while the Trump administration urged narrowing how Section 2 applies.
• Debate centered on the reach of Allen v. Milligan, with Chief Justice John Roberts indicating the Alabama ruling may not control here and Justice Samuel Alito questioning district compactness.
• A decision is expected by June 2026, and the outcome could force another redraw in Louisiana and influence congressional maps nationwide, with analyses estimating Democrats could lose roughly 12 to 19 House seats.