Richmond, Virginia — House Speaker Mike Johnson raised $500,000 over the weekend to oppose a Virginia ballot measure that could significantly reshape the state’s congressional districts, according to event organizers.
Johnson appeared at a rally Sunday alongside former Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin before attending a private fundraiser aimed at defeating the proposed amendment. The measure, set for a special election on April 21, would allow Democrats to redraw Virginia’s 11 congressional districts mid-decade.
Supporters of the proposal, including Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger, argue the change is necessary to respond to similar redistricting efforts in Republican-led states. In a statement, Spanberger said Virginians have an opportunity to “respond to the actions of other states” regarding congressional maps.
Republicans have criticized the plan as a partisan effort, with Johnson telling supporters, “This is not a 10-1 state,” referencing projections that the new map could shift the current 6-5 Democratic advantage to a 10-1 majority.
Polling from George Mason University suggests the measure remains competitive, with early surveys showing a narrow lead for supporters. Democrats have raised more than $50 million backing the proposal, while Republicans report strong turnout in early voting in GOP-leaning areas.
Johnson’s fundraising push is part of broader Republican efforts to maintain control of the House, with tens of millions already distributed to campaigns and party committees ahead of upcoming elections.
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