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Politics · October 21, 2026

Kagan: Supreme Court rulings have heightened political polarization

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Justice Elena Kagan publicly criticized recent Supreme Court rulings during a speech at Catholic University, arguing that decisions made by the conservative majority have exacerbated political polarization and weakened American democracy. She specifically highlighted rulings concerning voting rights, gerrymandering, and campaign finance as primary factors. Her comments come shortly before the midterm elections and reflect a deepening internal divide on the Court regarding its role in the electoral process.

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  • Justice Elena Kagan delivered a speech on Tuesday at Catholic University of America in Washington.
  • Kagan criticized her conservative colleagues' rulings on voting rights, campaign finance, and gerrymandering.
  • She stated these rulings have increased political polarization in the U.S.
  • The remarks were made approximately two weeks before the midterm elections.

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  • Kagan referred to the impact of rulings on the 1965 Voting Rights Act as 'evisceration'.
  • The rulings have led to legislative map-drawing that eliminates competitive districts.
  • Kagan has consistently dissented in the cases she criticized.

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