ACLU Sues South Carolina Over Congressional Maps

The ACLU and the League of Women Voters of South Carolina have filed a lawsuit against state lawmakers alleging that the congressional map is a partisan gerrymander that violates the state constitution, which guarantees free and open elections. The lawsuit specifically targets the 1st and 6th Congressional Districts, claiming that the redistricting process created an unfair Republican advantage, undermining voter equality. This legal action follows an earlier Supreme Court decision that upheld the map against claims of racial gerrymandering, where Republican lawmakers acknowledged their intent to bolster their party's power. Legal representatives argue that the current map violates constitutional provisions designed to ensure equal influence in elections. The plaintiffs hope that the South Carolina Supreme Court will address these allegations and restore fair representation. The case highlights ongoing concerns about gerrymandering's impact on democracy in the state.