What was the most significant legal case in the US in 2021?

In 2021, there were several significant legal cases in the United States. However, one of the most noteworthy cases was Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee, which dealt with voting rights and election laws.

In this case, the Supreme Court ruled on the legality of two Arizona voting provisions. One provision required that in-person votes be cast in the voter's assigned precinct, and the other prohibited third-party collection of mail-in ballots, also known as 'ballot harvesting.'

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) argued that these provisions disproportionately affected minority voters and violated Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which prohibits voting practices or procedures that discriminate based on race, color, or language minority status. In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court upheld both Arizona provisions, ruling that they did not violate the Voting Rights Act.

The decision in Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee has significant implications for future voting rights cases, as it established a framework for evaluating claims under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. This ruling may potentially make it more difficult for plaintiffs to challenge restrictive voting laws, potentially affecting the voting rights of millions of Americans, particularly those from minority communities.

While this case was certainly significant, it is worth noting that other cases in 2021 also had considerable impact on various aspects of American life.