Virginia Democrats attempt to redraw congressional maps ahead of the Nov. 4 election

Virginia Democrats propose redrawing congressional maps for the 2026 midterms, potentially gaining up to three new seats. This move, happening during a heated gubernatorial race, requires two rounds of votes and a statewide referendum. Republicans oppose, calling it a political stunt, while Democrats argue it's a response to similar efforts in Republican-led states. The amendment's fate hangs on the upcoming votes and referendum, with significant implications for Washington power dynamics.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. Powered by AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.