Voting Rights Act

Elections

SPLC honors 60th anniversary of Voting Rights Act by pushing to continue the fight

Panelists honored the Voting Rights Act's 60th anniversary, exploring how civil rights activism informs the present fight against voter suppression.

August 7, 2025

Federal judges hear arguments on pre-clearance for 2030 Congressional map

A panel of judges heard arguments on Tuesday regarding a potential preclearance requirement for the state's 2030 Congressional map.

July 30, 2025

Supreme Court ruling on key voting rights case delayed until next session

Following many controversial decisions this term, the Supreme Court decided to send voting rights case Louisiana v. Callais for reargument.

June 30, 2025

Legal Defense Fund calls for voter protections in wake of increased attacks on our democracy

The court opened the door for a bevy of suppressive voting laws and racial vote dilution tactics that have severely harmed Black voter power.

June 26, 2025

AG Marshall: Louisiana SCOTUS case could “absolutely have an impact” on Alabama

Marshall warned a broad SCOTUS ruling in Louisiana's redistricting case could "absolutely have an impact" on Alabama's current congressional map.

May 28, 2025

Justice Department in opposition of SB1 limiting voting assistance

The Justice Department confirms that Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act guarantees certain assistance for voters with disabilities.

June 19, 2024

Former AG Eric Holder releases statement on 1st anniversary of Allen v. Milligan

The ruling reinforced Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.

June 10, 2024

Sen. Merika Coleman officially joins Congressional District 2 race

Sen. Merika Coleman announces candidacy for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, highlighting her diverse experience and commitment to transformative leadership.

November 11, 2023

Sewell praises adoption of a fair Alabama congressional map

“Now more than ever, we must restore the full protections of the Voting Rights Act," Sewell said.

October 6, 2023

A somber anniversary: 60 years since the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing

APR spoke with former Sen. Doug Jones to get his thoughts on the 60th anniversary of the Birmingham tragedy.

September 15, 2023