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Weekend Law: Trump Trifecta of Losses & Bridge Collapse

Apr 5, 2024
Former federal prosecutor discusses Trump's legal losses, maritime law expert talks about liability in bridge collapse, and elections law expert analyzes redistricting challenges. Hosted by June Grasso.
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Quick takeaways

  • Delayed legal decisions impact electoral outcomes and leave unconstitutional maps in place for upcoming elections.
  • Court decisions setting congressional maps for 2024 elections favor Republicans, impacting parties' strategies and House control in 2024.

Deep dives

Delay in Supreme Court Decision on South Carolina Map

The Supreme Court's delay in ruling on the South Carolina congressional map following challenges raised by Republican-controlled legislatures demonstrates the potential impact of delayed legal decisions on electoral outcomes. Despite long-standing requests from the state legislature and civil rights groups for a decision by January 1st, the Supreme Court has yet to resolve the issue, leaving the unconstitutional map in place for the upcoming elections.

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