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Virginia Voters Face Redistricting Referendum Amid High Turnout

4/2/2026

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Voters in Virginia's 9th Congressional District vote on a redistricting referendum amid competing campaigns.
Adam Murphy (D), a Democratic candidate, supports the referendum, citing healthcare access and job opportunities.
Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-Va.) opposes the referendum, arguing it shifts power to Northern Virginia and hurts rural representation.
Early voting has exceeded last year's general election, with over 500,000 ballots cast, as April 21 approaches.

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Voters in Virginia's 9th Congressional District vote on a redistricting referendum amid competing campaigns.
Adam Murphy (D), a Democratic candidate, supports the referendum, citing healthcare access and job opportunities.
Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-Va.) opposes the referendum, arguing it shifts power to Northern Virginia and hurts rural representation.
Early voting has exceeded last year's general election, with over 500,000 ballots cast, as April 21 approaches.