Louisiana Republicans hold hearing to redraw maps and erase majority-Black districts
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Updated · Reuters · May 9
Louisiana Republicans hold hearing to redraw maps and erase majority-Black districts
4 articles · Updated · Reuters · May 9
In Baton Rouge, Governor Jeff Landry had already postponed May 16 House primaries after the Supreme Court ruling, despite tens of thousands of ballots being mailed.
Black lawmakers, pastors and activists denounced the plans as voter dilution, while confusion grew over cancelled House races, early votes already cast and when a rescheduled primary might occur.
The ACLU and NAACP are challenging the moves as part of a widening Southern redistricting battle that could strengthen Republicans before November's midterm elections.
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Supreme Court’s 2026 Ruling in Louisiana v. Callais Triggers National Redistricting Crisis and Weakens Voting Rights Act Protections
Overview
In May 2026, Louisiana faces a major redistricting crisis after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its electoral maps in the landmark Louisiana v. Callais decision. This ruling set off a rapid and controversial response from state leaders, with Governor Jeff Landry quickly redrawing the maps and receiving public praise from national figures like President Donald Trump. The Supreme Court’s decision has led to significant legal challenges and widespread confusion among voters and candidates, highlighting the immediate and far-reaching impact of the ruling on Louisiana’s elections and the broader national debate over voting rights.