Supreme Court Upholds Texas Voting Map, Parents Push Back on School-Issued iPads: Morning rundown
WASHINGTON D.C. – The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a Texas congressional map challenged as discriminatory against Black and Hispanic voters, rejecting claims that the map illegally diluted minority voting power. The decision, delivered without dissent, allows the map to remain in place for the 2024 elections.
Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, a growing number of parents are voicing concerns over extensive screen time for students, even after the district banned smartphones in class.The Los Angeles Unified School district implemented the smartphone ban last year,but parents are now questioning the continued reliance on school-issued iPads and Chromebooks throughout the school day.
Recent listening sessions revealed parental frustration with what they perceive as device-induced behavioral problems in their children, prompting calls for more restrictions on mandatory screen time.los Angeles Unified is the first major school district to confront an organized campaign from parents seeking to reduce screen time. District leaders acknowledge the need for balance, aiming to avoid hindering students’ growth in a digital world. The issue is expected to remain prominent throughout 2026, with parents vowing to maintain pressure for change.
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