Summary
The Supreme Court allowed Texas to use a new congressional map favored by Republicans for the 2026 elections. The decision came after a lower court said the map might discriminate based on race, but the Supreme Court put that ruling on hold.
Key Facts
- The Supreme Court approved Texas's new congressional map for the 2026 elections.
- The map favors Republican interests, backed by President Donald Trump.
- A lower court had ruled that the map likely discriminated based on race.
- The Supreme Court responded to an emergency request from Texas for a quick decision.
- Justice Samuel Alito temporarily blocked the lower court's decision before the full court reviewed the appeal.
- The decision allows Texas to continue with its election plans amidst legal challenges.
