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Virginia Democrats Push Redistricting Amid Legal Challenges

2/21/2026

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Virginia Democrats advanced a redistricting plan aimed at gaining four additional U.S. House seats.
A Tazewell County judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking a voter referendum on the new map, scheduled for April 21, and the Virginia Supreme Court is reviewing the appeal.
Governor Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) supports the referendum.
Democratic candidates Beth Macy and Tom Perriello are preparing campaigns in newly favorable districts.

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Story summary

Virginia Democrats advanced a redistricting plan aimed at gaining four additional U.S. House seats.
A Tazewell County judge issued a temporary restraining order blocking a voter referendum on the new map, scheduled for April 21, and the Virginia Supreme Court is reviewing the appeal.
Governor Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) supports the referendum.
Democratic candidates Beth Macy and Tom Perriello are preparing campaigns in newly favorable districts.