American Law Institute
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- Jackson doubles down on criticism of fellow justices over Louisiana redistricting case: 'Be better'
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized the Supreme Court's handling of a Louisiana gerrymandering case, stating that the Court had been too hasty and should stick to its principles. The case centered on whether Louisiana's 2024 congressional map amounted to an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. The Court's ruling could trigger new legal challenges over congressional boundaries.
- Jackson doubles down on criticism of fellow justices over Louisiana redistricting case: 'Be better'
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized the Supreme Court's handling of a Louisiana gerrymandering case, stating that the Court should be apolitical and stick to its principles. The case centered on whether Louisiana's 2024 congressional map amounted to an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. The Supreme Court's ruling could trigger a new wave of legal challenges over congressional boundaries.
- Ketanji Brown Jackson says Supreme Court risks being seen as political after voting rights decision
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson warned that the court's decision on voting rights may be seen as political, risking public confidence in the judiciary. The decision allowed Louisiana to use new maps after striking down a majority-Black district. Jackson dissented from the conservative-majority decision.