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American Democracy in 2025: The SCOTUS Case Which May End 60 Years of Protection for Minority Voters

December 29, 2025December 29, 2025

We’re looking back at our most important stories of 2025, and what changes to expect for American democracy in 2026. If you’re a voter, it’s been a tough year. If you’re a minority voter, it’s been a really BAD year.

Can the Feds Require States to Turn Over Voter Data? A New Paper Suggests Federal Law Doesn’t Explicitly Allow It, So Courts Will Decide.

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025

The Trump Department of Justice has tried for months to compel states to turn over voter registration data. A new university research center analysis suggests existing federal law doesn’t explicitly permit it.

Federal Judges Appear Skeptical of GOP Claims of Racial Gerrymandering in California; Judge Orders New Judicial Districts in Mississippi

December 21, 2025December 21, 2025

A decision from a skeptical three-judge panel is expected December 22nd on Republican claims that California’s Proposition 50 racially gerrymandered Congressional districts. In Mississippi, a federal judge ordered a new map and special elections to remedy a racially gerrymandered state supreme court map.

U.S. DOJ Sues MA, CO, HI and NV to Turn Over Voter Registration Files, but Even Red States are Pushing Back

December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

The U.S. Justice Department filed suits December 12th to compel Massachusetts, Colorado, Hawaii and Nevada to turn over voter registration records, including citizenship records and personal data. Delaware, Maryland, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington were sued December 2nd, bringing the total to 18.

U.S. Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Coordinated Campaign Finance Limits for Political Parties. It Could Unleash Another Torrent of Election Cash.

December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments December 9th on whether money contributed to a political party for certain campaign expenses can be restricted. If the high court overturns a 2001 case, it could open yet another torrent of special interest influence in federal elections.

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Category: Courts

American Democracy in 2025: The SCOTUS Case Which May End 60 Years of Protection for Minority Voters

Can the Feds Require States to Turn Over Voter Data? A New Paper Suggests Federal Law Doesn’t Explicitly Allow It, So Courts Will Decide.

Federal Judges Appear Skeptical of GOP Claims of Racial Gerrymandering in California; Judge Orders New Judicial Districts in Mississippi

U.S. DOJ Sues MA, CO, HI and NV to Turn Over Voter Registration Files, but Even Red States are Pushing Back

U.S. Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Coordinated Campaign Finance Limits for Political Parties. It Could Unleash Another Torrent of Election Cash.