Virginia approves redistricting, giving Democrats edge in midterms
Summary
Virginia voters have approved a new plan to redraw the state’s congressional districts, which may help Democrats win more seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. This change comes amid a national effort by both parties to redraw maps to their advantage ahead of the 2024 midterm elections.Key Facts
- Virginia’s new redistricting plan could allow Democrats to win up to 10 of the state’s 11 House seats.
- Currently, Democrats hold 6 out of 11 House seats in Virginia.
- The redistricting campaign in Virginia raised over $80 million, making it the most expensive ballot measure in the state’s history.
- President Donald Trump criticized the Democratic-led redistricting, warning that a Democratic House majority would be bad.
- Redistricting is usually done every 10 years after the U.S. Census, but some states like Texas made changes mid-decade to benefit their party.
- Texas’ map changes are expected to give Republicans an advantage in five additional House seats.
- California passed a similar measure last year to redraw districts to help Democrats reclaim seats lost to Republicans.
- Gerrymandering means redrawing voting maps to favor a party; it is illegal only when based on race.
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