GOP’s Chances of Winning House After Supreme Court Voting Rights Act Move
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district violated the Constitution, limiting how race can be used in redistricting under the Voting Rights Act. The decision could influence redistricting in multiple states ahead of the 2026 midterms, potentially affecting the balance of power in the House. Despite the ruling, prediction markets continue to show strong odds favoring Democrats to regain control of the House.
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By Sam StevensonAssociate News EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Republicans’ path to holding the House in 2026 is coming into sharper focus after a Supreme Court ruling that could reshape congressional maps nationwide—just as prediction markets overwhelmingly favor Democrats to take control.The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that Louisiana’s second majority-Black congressional district violated the Constitution, tightening limits on how states can use race when drawing electoral maps under the Voting Rights Act.The decision lands as redistricting battles are already taking shape ahead of the 2026 midterms, potentially shifting the boundaries of closely…
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