Alabama asks Supreme Court to fast-track consideration of congressional map challenge; primary scheduled May 19 — one day after next scheduled SCOTUS conference

State of Alabama; challenged under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act (Allen v. Milligan precedent)

Directly tied to the *Callais* ruling (Item 01). Alabama's primary is May 19, 2026 — one day after the next SCOTUS private conference (May 18). The state is seeking expedited action to use a contested map that courts previously found likely diluted Black voting power. Outcome of this fast-track request may determine whether Alabama holds its primary under a map under active legal challenge.

Limited coverage found at time of this run — story may be undercovered due to timing proximity to *Callais*. Flag for monitor.