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Sam Rasoul Explores Congressional Run Amid Redistricting Debate

12/10/2025

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Del. Sam Rasoul (D-Va.), a Democrat from Roanoke, is forming an exploratory committee for a potential congressional run.
His decision hinges on upcoming redistricting.
Rasoul criticized redistricting efforts, linking them to U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions.
The 5th District features multiple contenders, including former Congressman Tom Perriello.
Rasoul has raised over $2 million in his previous campaign for lieutenant governor.

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Del. Sam Rasoul (D-Va.), a Democrat from Roanoke, is forming an exploratory committee for a potential congressional run.
His decision hinges on upcoming redistricting.
Rasoul criticized redistricting efforts, linking them to U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions.
The 5th District features multiple contenders, including former Congressman Tom Perriello.
Rasoul has raised over $2 million in his previous campaign for lieutenant governor.