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Holder Defends Virginia Redistricting Amid Gerrymandering Criticism

4/20/2026

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Former Attorney General Eric Holder defended Virginia Democrats' redistricting plan, arguing it counters Republicans' seat-stealing efforts.
He argued the map favors Democrats 10-1 and is necessary for fairness.
Critics, including Sen. Mike Lee, accused Holder of hypocrisy, noting Democrats have engaged in similar gerrymandering.
Fox News contributor Joe Concha said blue states have long used such tactics, citing Illinois and Maryland.

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Former Attorney General Eric Holder defended Virginia Democrats' redistricting plan, arguing it counters Republicans' seat-stealing efforts.
He argued the map favors Democrats 10-1 and is necessary for fairness.
Critics, including Sen. Mike Lee, accused Holder of hypocrisy, noting Democrats have engaged in similar gerrymandering.
Fox News contributor Joe Concha said blue states have long used such tactics, citing Illinois and Maryland.