RICHMOND, VA — Virginia voters have approved a new congressional redistricting plan backed by Democrats, a move expected to reshape the state’s political landscape ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The measure, approved Tuesday, could allow Democrats to gain up to four additional seats in the U.S. House, potentially giving the party control of 10 of Virginia’s 11 districts. The outcome is seen as significant in a narrowly divided Congress, where even small shifts could influence control of the chamber.
The referendum followed a broader national push over redistricting, with both parties seeking to adjust maps to improve electoral prospects. Supporters of the Virginia plan argued it would counter similar efforts in Republican-led states, while opponents said it represented a partisan attempt to redraw districts midcycle.
Campaign spending reflected the high stakes, with supporters investing more than $56 million compared to roughly $24 million from opponents, including national Republican figures.
Despite voter approval, the plan faces legal uncertainty. The Virginia Supreme Court is reviewing a lower court ruling that found the redistricting effort unlawful, raising the possibility that the new map could be overturned.
If upheld, the redistricting plan could play a decisive role in shaping the outcome of November’s elections.
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