Democrats Dealt Blow by Virginia Supreme Court After Redistricting Win
The Virginia Supreme Court refused to lift an injunction blocking certification of a redistricting referendum approved by voters, leaving uncertain the fate of a new congressional map drawn by Democrats. The lower court had invalidated the amendment immediately after the vote, prompting a Democratic appeal warning of voter confusion and political consequences. The high court's decision to maintain the hold suggests it may ultimately overturn the referendum as legal challenges continue. This creates uncertainty over the state's congressional district boundaries ahead of upcoming elections.
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By Amanda CastroLive Blog EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Virginia Supreme Court dealt Democrats a significant setback on Tuesday, refusing to halt a lower‑court order that bars officials from certifying last week’s redistricting referendum while the justices consider whether to throw out the results entirely. The ruling leaves in limbo a constitutional amendment approved by voters that would install a new congressional map crafted by Democratic lawmakers.The dispute stems from a Tazewell County judge’s decision, issued the day after the vote, declaring the amendment invalid and blocking certification. Democrats appealed immediately, warning that undoing the referendum after ballots were cast would undermine voters’ expectations and potentially erase a map that could shift several congressional seats in their favor. The justices’ choice to keep the injunction in place signals the court may be open to nullifying the election as broader challenges to the amendment continue to unfold.This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow....Request Reprint & LicensingSubmit CorrectionView Editorial & AI GuidelinesRelated PodcastsTop StoriesPoliticsKing Charles May Mention Epstein Victims in Congress Speech—Ro Khanna3 min readFor MembersAnalysisHow the Iran War Scored Trump His Biggest OPEC Win Yet5 min readFor MembersAnalysisWhat Putin’s Iran Play Reveals About the Ukraine War7 min readWorldGermany Can Now Make More Ammunition Than The US, Says Weapons Giant4 min readNewsFact Check: Did Cole Allen Drive for Savannah Guthrie or Other Celebrities?4 min readNewsFCC to Review ABC Licenses Following Jimmy Kimmel’s Melania Remarks: Report4 min readTrendingOhioSupreme Court Deals Final Blow to Ex-GOP Speaker in $60M Bribery Case6 min readGreen CardGreen Card Update: Applicants Impacted by Trump Travel Ban Get Legal Win6 min readAmazonAmazon Layoffs Hit 4 States Today7 min readDogsDog Trainer Reveals 5 Signs Your Pup Feels Emotionally Safe at Home5 min readJimmy KimmelJimmy Kimmel Defends Melania ‘Widow’ Joke as Trumps Pile Pressure on ABC9 min readOpinionOpinionWhy NATO’s Weakest Link Is Spain | Opinion4 min readOpinionThe Trump Staged Shooting Conspiracies Need to Stop | Opinion6 min readOpinionVirginia Shows the Way: Let’s End the Electoral College Farce | Opinion7 min readOpinionThe DNC Didn’t Ban AIPAC, But Warning Signs Remain | Opinion5 min readOpinionWar Won’t Solve Iran’s Nuclear Threat. This Could | Opinion5 min read
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