Virginia votes yes on temporary redistricting plan amid national gerrymandering fight

Virginia voters approved a one-time constitutional amendment to let the General Assembly temporarily redraw congressional districts to restore fairness for the 2026 elections, a move that could shift the state’s delegation from a 6–5 Democratic edge toward as many as 10–1 if activated; the result was close and may face later action from the Virginia Supreme Court or a possible recount, with urban areas largely backing the measure and rural areas opposing. The ruling escapes a straightforward path and sits within a broader national fight over partisan gerrymandering, echoing recent map changes in California and countering GOP redistricting efforts elsewhere.