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Virginia Vote on Redistricting Freeze Favours Democrats, 52% Support

4/23/2026

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Virginia held an election on April 21, 2026 to vote on a constitutional amendment suspending the redistricting commission.
The amendment would enable a congressional map that could give Democrats ten of Virginia’s eleven seats.
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson urged rejection, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Governor Wes Moore urged approval.
A poll showing 52 % support coincided with the Virginia Supreme Court allowing the election.

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Virginia held an election on April 21, 2026 to vote on a constitutional amendment suspending the redistricting commission.
The amendment would enable a congressional map that could give Democrats ten of Virginia’s eleven seats.
President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson urged rejection, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Governor Wes Moore urged approval.
A poll showing 52 % support coincided with the Virginia Supreme Court allowing the election.