Supreme Court rules Alabama redistricting plan violated Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court decided Alabama's proposed congressional map illegally diminished the power of black voters.
The ruling means Alabama must draw a second district where African Americans make up a majority of voters.
The decision is likely to impact similar redistricting fights in Louisiana, Georgia, and other states.
The ruling serves as a warning to states attempting to enact racial gerrymanders and is a victory for voting rights advocates.
The decision boosts Democratic hopes of gaining more seats in the House of Representatives.