Virginia Dem Defends Redistricting Effort Against 'Power Grab' Accusations from GOP Leaders

A top Virginia Democrat is defending support for the redistricting effort, dismissing claims that it's a 'power grab' by Governor Abigail Spanberger and Richmond leadership as critics warn that a 10-1 map would split rural vote. The effort aims to create more Democratic-leaning districts but has drawn criticism from Republicans who say it gives too much power to party leaders. Democrats argue the plan is necessary to reflect changing demographics and voting patterns in the state.