Washington, D.C. — The DOJ announced it will enforce a Supreme Court ruling limiting the use of race in congressional redistricting, potentially impacting dozens of ongoing legal disputes across the country.
The decision follows a ruling that struck down Louisiana’s congressional map as an unconstitutional racial gerrymander, reinforcing restrictions on drawing districts based primarily on race. Federal officials indicated enforcement will extend to any state with similar maps.
Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-MO) urged immediate action, arguing the department should not rely solely on private lawsuits to identify problematic districts. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon responded publicly, stating the DOJ is already working to implement the ruling.
Political reaction was divided. Former President Donald Trump called the decision a “big win for equal protection,” while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) criticized it as a rollback of civil rights protections.
The ruling comes as roughly 45 redistricting cases remain pending nationwide. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has advanced a revised map expected to benefit Republicans, while Alabama lawmakers are preparing new proposals. Georgia officials said upcoming elections will proceed without immediate changes, though maps may be revisited later.
The broader legal fight over redistricting is expected to continue as courts and states interpret the ruling’s reach.
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