Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting push in blow to Democrats
In the ongoing redistricting wars, Virginia was seen as an opportunity for Democrats to pick up as many as four U.S. House seats in the 2026 midterm elections.
TL;DR
- The Virginia Supreme Court overturned a state redistricting referendum, a significant setback for Democrats.
- Democrats had anticipated gaining up to four House seats from the redrawn maps.
- The court cited the referendum's "unprecedented manner" of allowing partisan gerrymandering as unconstitutional.
- The ruling is seen as a major victory for Republicans in the ongoing redistricting battles.
- Similar redistricting efforts are occurring in other Southern states, with Republicans seeking to eliminate Democrat-held districts.