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Projections indicate that Congress may see a reduction of more than a dozen Black members by 2027, following a peak in representation. The Supreme Court's April 2026 ruling, which weakened the Voting Rights Act, is cited as a significant factor contributing to this anticipated decline.
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Projections indicate that Congress may see a reduction of more than a dozen Black members by 2027, following a peak in representation. The Supreme Court's April 2026 ruling, which weakened the Voting Rights Act, is cited as a significant factor contributing to this anticipated decline.
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Projected Decrease in Black Congressional Representation by 2027