Supreme Court struck down a key part of Voting Rights Act ; leaving it to Congress to address gap . There 's little political incentive for a Republican - controlled House to change it . Skepticism Congress can address voting rights ruling . Many Southern states moving forward with voting rights some see as onerous for minorities . Experts say it may take a trend in discrimination in major cities to urge Congress to act .
Supreme Court struck down a key part of Voting Rights Act ; leaving it to Congress to address gap . There 's little political incentive for a Republican - controlled House to change it . Many Southern states moving forward with voting rights some see as onerous for minorities . Experts say it may take a trend in discrimination in major cities to urge Congress to act .