Virginia Democrats Flip on Gerrymandering, Blame Trump for Redistricting Reversal
Virginia Democrats who once championed redistricting reform are now drafting a constitutional amendment to let them redraw the state's U.S. House district maps after President Trump signed a bill overturning changes made by Democrats in 2021.
Virginia Democrats who once championed redistricting reform are now drafting a constitutional amendment to let them redraw the state's U.S. House district maps in response to President Trump's decision to end partisan gerrymandering, a reversal critics say undermines their efforts to create more competitive districts. The move marks a surprising shift for the party, which previously pushed for independent redistricting commissions to avoid partisan interference. The amendment would allow the state legislature to redraw the maps after the 2030 census, bypassing any court decisions that may have blocked Republican-drawn plans in previous cycles. Critics argue the change could further entrench partisanship and undermine fair representation.
