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Democrats, meanwhile, decry what they perceive as an erosion of voting protections, particularly for minority communities. Legislator Gene Wu criticized the ruling as a blow to American democracy, highlighting the ongoing battle between political parties over electoral fairness.
Final Thoughts: The Road Ahead
The immediate next step involves the Court’s decision on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. A ruling against the current racial considerations could effectively invalidate dozens of districts nationwide, tipping the political balance toward Republicans.