Figures Statement on SCOTUS Decision in Louisiana v. Callais

WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures issued the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Louisiana v. Callais:

"Although today's decision does not make changes to Alabama's current congressional districts, it has made proving future racial discrimination in redistricting cases significantly tougher. It will lead to states, primarily in the South, launching immediate efforts to redraw districts in ways that will dilute the impact of Black voters and drastically reduce the number of realistic opportunities to elect Black members to Congress. This is unfortunate, especially in Alabama, given the role that brave men, women and children played in this State in spearheading the Voting Rights Movement.

"While Alabama's congressional district lines currently remain in place until after the 2030 census, I hope that courts will vigorously enforce the Voting Rights Act across the country. The fight for fair representation continues, so now more than ever, it is critical that every American get involved, get registered to vote, and get out to vote."