Supreme Court clears way for Alabama Republicans to use congressional map for midterms

The Supreme Court has allowed Alabama Republicans to use a congressional map that excludes a second majority-Black district for the upcoming midterm elections, potentially giving them an advantage. This decision, which appears to be a 6-3 ruling, lets the state proceed with its redistricting plan after lower courts had previously blocked it. This move could have significant implications for representation in Congress, potentially diminishing minority influence and reshaping political dynamics in the state.