Congressional Black Caucus calls for corporate leaders to speak out for voting rights

By: Jonathan Shorman

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: May 26, 2026

Words: 879

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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The Congressional Black Caucus on Tuesday urged American corporations to condemn efforts to dilute Black voting strength, as Southern states eliminate congressional districts where most residents are Black.

The CBC’s attempt to mobilize the business community comes as Black representation in Congress potentially faces its most severe threat since the end of Reconstruction following the Civil War. But some business leaders have taken a friendlier tone with President Donald Trump, who backs the gerrymandering.

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