U.S. Supreme Court Upholds University Affirmative Action

The US Supreme Court upheld affirmative action in a 4-3 decision, with Justice Elena Kagan recusing herself. The case involved Abigail Fisher, who claimed discrimination after being rejected by the University of Texas. The Texas admissions policy, which admits 75% of students based on high school rank, appears race-neutral but benefits minority students from predominantly Hispanic and black schools.

What was the composition of the Supreme Court during the Abigail Fisher case?

What does the term 'race neutral' imply in the context of the Texas admissions policy?