Virginia Moves Toward Midterm Redistricting Vote
1 week ago
Virginia lawmakers are advancing a plan that would allow voters to decide whether the state should redraw its congressional map ahead of the midterm elections.
The Democratic-led General Assembly is pushing a constitutional amendment that would permit redistricting before the next election cycle. Lawmakers say a proposed new congressional map is expected to be released by the end of January, with a statewide referendum scheduled for April.
Supporters argue the move would give voters a direct say in how congressional districts are drawn, while critics warn it could open the door to gerrymandering in a politically competitive state known for its mix of Democratic, Republican, and independent voters.
Virginia currently sends six Democrats and five Republicans to the U.S. House. If approved by voters, the amendment could reshape the state’s political landscape ahead of the midterm elections.
The Democratic-led General Assembly is pushing a constitutional amendment that would permit redistricting before the next election cycle. Lawmakers say a proposed new congressional map is expected to be released by the end of January, with a statewide referendum scheduled for April.
Supporters argue the move would give voters a direct say in how congressional districts are drawn, while critics warn it could open the door to gerrymandering in a politically competitive state known for its mix of Democratic, Republican, and independent voters.
Virginia currently sends six Democrats and five Republicans to the U.S. House. If approved by voters, the amendment could reshape the state’s political landscape ahead of the midterm elections.
