Voting Rights Act News Monitoring

RI Voting Rights Act would prevent voter discrimination

The U.S. Supreme Court, in a jarring ruling recently, literally gutted the voting rights act, which had protected minority voters in many southern districts. Several organizations have been championing a Rhode Island version that would establish procedures …

The Voting Rights Act: 61 Years Later

Letters: Congressional maps are about power, but they are also about people

On May 8, Louisiana legislators began debating new congressional maps for the first time since the Supreme Court of the United States issued its decision in Louisiana v. Callais. The Court may have gutted the Voting Rights Act of 1965, but it did not give …

Don’t Cry for the Voting Rights Act. We Can Fix It by Ending Partisan Gerrymandering

The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais was as heartbreaking as it was predictable. The court effectively ended the provisions of the Voting Rights Act designed to protect the ability of minority voters to elect the candidate of …

What Will the Supreme Court’s Latest Voting Rights Act Decision Mean for Michigan’s Local Governments?

On April 29, 2026, the United States Supreme Court issued a consequential decision further narrowing how Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) may be used to challenge redistricting maps. For Michigan townships, cities, and villages, the decision does …

Letter: Where's the outrage over the death of the Voting Rights Act?

To the editor: On April 29, six members of the John Roberts-led Supreme Court effectively gutted the 61-year-old Voting Rights Act of 1965, thereby depriving minority voters in many states the ability to elect a candidate of color as their representative …

May 2026 Michigan legislative roundup: Voting Rights Act, chemical weapons ban and restrictions on digital workplace ...

Each month, The Michigan Daily publishes a compilation of bills in the Michigan Legislature for students at the University of Michigan to know about. The following article explains five bills that have been introduced, passed or signed into law by the …

The Trick Sam Alito Used to Kill the Voting Rights Act

This piece was originally published on Just Security, an online forum for analysis of U.S. national security law and policy. The authors of the Reconstruction Amendments did not trust the Supreme Court to ensure that Black Americans would be able to …

Bang, Bang, Bang: Callais Kills Off the Voting Rights Act

The authors of the Reconstruction Amendments did not trust the Supreme Court to ensure that Black Americans would be able to participate fully in the political life of the nation. That is why the amendments expressly gave Congress the power to enforce …

How Congress Can Pass a New Voting Rights Act Despite the Supreme Court

This is part of Opinionpalooza, Slate’s coverage of the major decisions from the Supreme Court. The best way to support our work—and unlock exclusive legal analysis—is by joining Slate Plus. (If you are already a member, consider a donation or merch!) In …

The Democrats’ big decision: Black representation or more blue seats?

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina Democrats at Rep. James Clyburn’s “World Famous Fish Fry” just over a week ago were feeling triumphant. Clyburn, South Carolina’s longest-serving Black lawmaker and the state’s lone Democrat in Congress, had survived a …

Nationwide redistricting battle moves on to statehouses

After a blitz of congressional redistricting ahead of the midterm elections, a national battle for partisan control is about to enter a new phase that could affect representation on everything from tax rates to social safety net programs, teacher salaries …

Gerrymandering fails to reflect ‘the will of the people’

The most important aspect of good democratic government is that it reflects the “will of the people.” If people have a say in how they are governed, they will accept that governance. Constructing a system of government that reflects the will of the people …

Trump Is Doing What FDR Could Not

President Donald Trump is struggling. His approval ratings have fallen to historic lows, and his standing with key segments of the electorate that formed his 2024 coalition—including Latinos—has sharply declined. He has been unable or unwilling to shift …

Why has Ireland’s populist right not yet risen?

For a special crossover episode of Inside Politics Hugh Linehan welcomes US podcaster Galen Druke, the host of GD Politics and formerly of the FiveThirtyEight politics podcast, for a discussion of the Irish and US political scenes. They cover topics …

‘No longer a Voting Rights Act’: Shomari Figures says SCOTUS ruling ‘dangerous’

U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures (D-Mobile) released a statement calling the U.S. Supreme Court's (SCOTUS) ruling allowing the state to use a 2023 congressional map dangerous and said the ruling signals the end of the Voting Rights Act. "The Supreme …

People Died for the Voting Rights Act

We are now well into the post-Voting Rights Act period, with ruthless attempts at racial gerrymandering unfolding across the South. The latest development came yesterday evening, when the Supreme Court deployed a twisted logic to effectively halt an …

Supreme Court greenlights racially gerrymandered Alabama map after gutting the Voting Rights Act

The U.S. Supreme Court Tuesday evening allowed Alabama to use a 2023 congressional map, reversing a lower court’s ruling that repeatedly deemed the map racially discriminatory. In an unsigned 6-3 decision on the case known as Allen v. Milligan, the court …

Voting Rights Act ruling threatens democracy, reader warns

June 2, 2026, 3:39 p.m. ET To the Editor: The recent Supreme Court misruling on the Voting Rights Act does not just affect people of color, but Tennesseans and Americans of all political leanings. This is a clear affront to the intent of the U.S. and …

ButterflyMan Release New Political Thriller The Longest Line : a Political Thriller About Power, Influence and Democracy

New novel explores information warfare, foreign influence, political power, and challenges facing democratic institutions NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ButterflyMan Releases The Longest Line, a Political …

American Battle Monuments Commission commemorates 82nd anniversary of D-Day at Normandy American Cemetery

ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Battle Monuments Commission commemorated the 82nd anniversary of D-Day with a ceremony at Normandy American Cemetery, honoring the service and sacrifice of U.S. …

Coming Soon: Dr. Angel A. Diaz's New Book Explains the Hidden War for Innovation, Security, and Power

“The Vanishing Edge” is a timely examination of espionage, innovation, and the race for technological superiority in the 21st century MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute (MSI …

AI Straight Talk on TV Show from 'Hands-On-Keyboard' Engineer

This week's episode of 'White House Chronicle' features Joe Yun, director of artificial intelligence enablement at the University of Pittsburgh WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The good, the bad and …

Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure, Ocean Man Nakoda Nation Break Ground on Historic 100 MW Turning Sun Solar Project

ESTEVAN, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure (GSI) and Ocean Man Nakoda Nation (OMNN) officially broke ground on the Turning Sun Solar Project on Friday, June 5th. Located in the Rural …

NYC Car Crashes Are 3 Times Deadlier Than Chicago's Despite Chicago Having More Crashes - ThatCarHitMe.com Analysis

NYC had 228 traffic deaths in 2025 vs Chicago's 94, despite Chicago logging 28% more crashes, per new ThatCarHitMe.com side-by-side analysis. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chicago has more car crashes …

With millions of unoccupied homes throughout the United States many home owners have no idea how to protect the homes

Fast Guard Service Launches On-Demand Vacant Property Security Solutions Across South Florida and High-Risk Vacancy Markets Nationwide MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As vacant homes continue to rise across South …

Georgia Lays the Foundation for Responsible AI in State Government with Darwin AI Partnership

Georgia Technology Authority selects Darwin AI to anchor its statewide AI strategy, combining governance and infrastructure to lead public-sector AI nationally. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Georgia …

June 5, 2026 Traffic Advisory

People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the website and information on the MBTA may be found online. The MBTA advises riders to purchase …

Boston Ranked #1 U.S. City for Foreign Investment by Financial Times and Nikkei

Global ranking recognizes Boston's talent, innovation economy, and international connectivity   Mayor Michelle Wu today announced that Boston has been ranked the top city in the United States for foreign multinational businesses, according to the …

Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap – Week of June 1, 2026

Here’s a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week: Agriculture On Thursday, June 4, the Committee on Agriculture held a full committee hearing "For the Purpose of Receiving Testimony from the Honorable Brooke L. Rollins, …

New program allocates resources for service member religious identification

American Battle Monuments Commission to partner with Operation Benjamin to ensure Jewish service members rest under Stars of David at overseas cemeteries ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In support of the Fallen …

Facing Fentanyl, Keller Logistics and Trucking Cares Foundation Launch 'Hope Hits the Highway' on National Naloxone Day

Campaign expands fentanyl awareness trucks while emphasizing the lifesaving power of naloxone WASHINGTON D.C., CO, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In recognition of National Naloxone Day, Facing Fentanyl, Keller Logistics Group …

Autism Behavior Services, Inc. Reconnects with California Attorney General Rob Bonta at Dodger Stadium

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Autism Behavior Services, Inc. (ABSI) had the privilege of reconnecting with California Attorney General Rob Bonta at a recent fundraiser held at Dodger Stadium. The company was …

Portland City Council Passes Ban on Force-Fed Foie Gras Sales

New ordinance gives businesses 180 days to comply as Portland joins other U.S. cities restricting sales of force-fed foie gras. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Portland City Council voted 7-5 today to pass Ordinance 2026- …

The Republican Recap: Week of June 1, 2026

Responsibly Funding the Agriculture Industry ✅ Every day, farmers and ranchers across Rural America work to provide the nation with a safe and reliable food supply. Congress has a responsibility to support them through responsible appropriations. The …

Mayor Michelle Wu Highlights City’s Readiness for Summer Events and Announces Coordinated Preparation Efforts Across ...

Mayor Michelle Wu joined City leaders and public safety officials at the Boston Summer Events Command Center (BSECC) to provide an update on the extensive planning and coordination efforts underway to prepare for a summer that will bring millions of …

Bishop Leroy Guillory Reflects on Compton Mayoral Campaign and Thanks Supporters, It was a 'Compton Reunion'

Bishop Guillory Thanks Compton Voters for Their Support in the 2026 Municipal Election. It was a 'Compton Reunion.' COMPTON, CA, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bishop Leroy Guillory, candidate for Mayor of Compton 2026, has …

Strong Support for President Trump’s Appointment of William J. Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence

President Trump’s appointment of William J. Pulte to serve as Acting Director of National Intelligence is drawing praise from lawmakers in the nation’s capital. A battle-tested reformer with deep experience safeguarding highly sensitive information and …

Tele-Town Hall, LLC Announces New Brand Focused on Non-Political Communications Solutions & Insights

Tele-Town Hall is expanding their communications services and products to meet the needs of non-political clients through a new brand - TTH Communications. OAK BROOK, IL, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The originator of the …