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Virginia Redistricting Vote: 52.7% Reject Map Extension

4/24/2026

Summary

Story summary

'No' campaign leads Virginia's redistricting referendum with 52.7% against 47.3% for 'yes' as of 8:05 p.m. on April 21, 2026.
More than 1.37 million Virginians voted early, especially in counties represented by Republicans.
If passed, the amendment would let the General Assembly use temporary congressional maps through 2030, adding four Democratic U.S. House seats.
Critics say the amendment would compromise Republican representation on the 2021 map that yields six Democrats and five Republicans.

History

Historical Context

Virginia's redistricting history has been contentious, particularly after the 2011 plan that favored Republicans, resulting in a 6-5 U.S. House seat split. In 2020, voters approved a commission to oversee redistricting, but in 2026, a referendum allowed the General Assembly to redraw maps, reflecting ongoing partisan battles. The outcome may significantly influence political representation through 2030.

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Story summary

'No' campaign leads Virginia's redistricting referendum with 52.7% against 47.3% for 'yes' as of 8:05 p.m. on April 21, 2026.
More than 1.37 million Virginians voted early, especially in counties represented by Republicans.
If passed, the amendment would let the General Assembly use temporary congressional maps through 2030, adding four Democratic U.S. House seats.
Critics say the amendment would compromise Republican representation on the 2021 map that yields six Democrats and five Republicans.

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