Selma is back in the news as voting rights rallies push to defend the Voting Rights Act amid new civil rights leadership. Population hub in Alabama’s Black Belt.
Jesse Jackson's funeral services took place across Chicago, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C., honoring his legacy as a civil rights leader and activist. The events included lying in state, memorial services, and tributes from global leaders, emphasizing his lifelong fight for equality and justice.
Thousands have rallied in Selma and Montgomery to champion voting rights as Alabama redistricting faces new scrutiny after a Supreme Court ruling narrows the Voting Rights Act. Attendees include U.S. Sen. Cory Booker and Civil Rights veterans who warn against rolling back protections. The event coincides with ongoing litigation over Alabama's congressional maps and potential August primaries.