Virginia voters to vote on measure that could determine control of Congress
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Published on April 21, 2026.
Virginia voters are set to vote on a redistricting measure that could determine which party controls Congress after the midterm elections. The measure, which includes no names on the ballot, would allow the General Assembly to temporarily redistrict new congressional districts to restore fairness in the upcoming elections and ensure Virginia's standard redistricting process continues until the 2030 census. A yes vote would likely result in a new map that would give Democrats a 10-to-one edge in Virginia's Congressional delegation, compared to the current current map of which Democrats have six seats. Critics argue that the measure would make Virginia one of the most gerrymandered states in the nation and create districts where many voters don't share common interests. The vote is expected to be close, with both supporters and opponents suggesting that a strong turnout effort could give either side a win.
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