Louisiana's new congressional map awaits a federal court decision, potentially impacting congressional balance and facing accusations of "textbook racial gerrymandering."

Louisiana awaits a federal court decision on its new congressional map, which creates a predominantly Black district at the expense of a white Republican incumbent, Rep. Garret Graves. The map's backers claim it was influenced by politics rather than race, while a lawsuit argues it represents illegal "textbook racial gerrymandering." The judges' ruling could impact the balance of power in Congress.

April 18, 2024
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