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Virginia Democrats Target Redistricting Amid Republican Criticism

10/24/2025

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Virginia Democrats will convene a special session Monday to discuss redistricting, in response to Republican gains in Texas and North Carolina.
Speaker Don Scott emphasized addressing actions by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Republican leaders, including House Minority Leader Terry Kilgore, call the move a "power grab" and question its legality.
Democrats seek voter approval to alter current bipartisan maps, a push that could affect upcoming elections.

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Virginia Democrats will convene a special session Monday to discuss redistricting, in response to Republican gains in Texas and North Carolina.
Speaker Don Scott emphasized addressing actions by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Republican leaders, including House Minority Leader Terry Kilgore, call the move a "power grab" and question its legality.
Democrats seek voter approval to alter current bipartisan maps, a push that could affect upcoming elections.