The issue focused on American political issues, from civil rights to economic justice.

A federal court has yet to rule on the lawsuit. The Justice Department said it was committed to litigation.

"We have legal standing in this case and we will continue to fight for civil rights," Attorney General Eric Holder said in a statement. "This week's Supreme Court decision is not about race; it is about law. These laws criminalize illegal activity that law enforcement officials do every day. Law enforcement officers can no