Virginia redistricting passes in vote that could shift Congress
By Sabrina Moreno
Published on April 22, 2026.
Voters approved a redistricting measure in Virginia, allowing lawmakers to redraw congressional maps ahead of the November midterms and potentially shift the state's congressional delegation from a 6-5 split to a 10-1 favoring Democrats. The move positions Virginia as a key battleground in a national redistricting fight that could determine control of the U.S. House. The new map could shift the Richmond region and Northern Virginia, which will be part of five congressional districts instead of the current three, could put pressure on Republican Reps. Rob Wittman (1st) and John McGuire whose red-leaning Richmond-area districts would essentially disappear. The Virginia Supreme Court is still considering a case that tried to block the redistricting vote, which could result in a potential dismissal of the referendum.
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