These cases could give the Supreme Court an opening to reshape election law

The justices are revisiting some arguments on redistricting that appeared settled just two years ago.

By Carrie Levine for Votebeat

Election officials and voters preparing for next year’s midterm elections face disruptions on multiple fronts, including President Donald Trump’s efforts to influence voting procedures, a rare midcycle redistricting push in several state legislatures, and activity in the U.S. Supreme Court, whose election-related docket could have a big impact.

This month, the justices heard arguments in two cases with potentially profound implications for elections and redistricting — and at least two more significant election-related cases are seeking a spot on the court’s docket.

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The highest-profile case, Louisiana