Shelby County v. Holder

Shelby County v. Holder (2013) was a landmark Supreme Court case that invalidated a key provision of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The Court ruled that the formula used to determine which states required federal approval before changing voting laws was outdated and unconstitutional. This decision effectively weakened federal oversight of voting changes, raising concerns about potential voter discrimination in states with a history of discriminatory practices. Critics argue that this ruling could lead to increased voter suppression, while supporters believe it restores state sovereignty in election matters. The case highlighted ongoing tensions regarding voting rights in the U.S.