VA Dem rejects ‘power grab’ claims on Spanberger redistricting as GOP warns 10–1 map would split rural vote

Virginia Democrats, including Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, defend a redistricting referendum aimed at shifting the state's congressional map to a 10-1 Democratic majority, countering GOP claims that the plan would dilute rural votes. The effort faces criticism from Republicans like Rep. Ben Cline, who warn of splitting rural constituencies, while Democrats argue it restores fairness and addresses state issues like healthcare and immigration.