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Arkansas United v. Thurston

Pending petition

Docket No. Op. BelowArgument Opinion Vote Author Term
25-890 8th Cir. TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD

Issue: (1) Whether private plaintiffs may maintain a suit in equity for declaratory and injunctive relief against state actors to prevent the continued enforcement of a state law preempted by Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act, 52 U.S.C. § 10508; and (2) whether Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act is enforceable by private plaintiffs.

DateProceedings and Orders (key to color coding)
01/22/2026Petition for a writ of certiorari filed. (Response due March 2, 2026)
02/18/2026Waiver of right of respondent John Thurston to respond filed.