US supreme court blocks Rastafarian man’s lawsuit over forced head-shaving in prison

The US supreme court blocked a Rastafarian man's lawsuit against Louisiana prison officials for forcibly shaving his head, despite his long-standing practice of growing his hair as a religious symbol. In a 6-3 decision, the court ruled that the federal law protecting religious rights in prison didn't apply, dismissing his claims of religious discrimination. This decision has significant implications for the rights of incarcerated individuals to practice their faith without interference, sparking debates over the balance between prison security and religious freedom.