The Shelby County v. Holder case

The Shelby County v. Holder case was a 2013 Supreme Court decision that challenged parts of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The law included "covered jurisdictions" with a history of voting discrimination, requiring them to get federal approval before changing voting laws. Shelby County argued this was outdated and unfair. The Court ruled that the formulas used to determine which areas were subject to these restrictions were unconstitutional, effectively weakening federal oversight. This decision made it easier for states to change voting laws, raising concerns about increased potential for discriminatory practices.