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Virginia Democrats narrowly won a redistricting vote with a 3-point margin, spending $64 million in dark money to secure a map favoring 10 of 11 congressional districts. The amendment, declared void by a judge for constitutional violations, faces a Virginia Supreme Court review, which may overturn it despite Democratic efforts.

Jerry Falwell Jr., chancellor of Liberty University, urged Virginians to vote 'no' on a redistricting referendum, framing opposition as aligned with Biblical values. He criticized the measure as an attempt to 'take over' the state's political landscape, while Virginia Del. Wendell Walker endorsed his stance. The ballot issue aims to shift Virginia's congressional delegation toward Democrats.

Jerry Falwell Jr., chancellor of Liberty University and pastor of Thomas Road Baptist Church, urged Virginians to vote 'no' on the redistricting referendum, framing it as a defense of Biblical values and opposing what he called an attempt to 'take over' the state. He emphasized that a 'no' vote aligns with conservative principles like sanctity of life and traditional gender roles, despite anticipating backlash.

Abigail Spanberger, a Democratic governor, signed a bill to join the National Popular Vote Compact, which redirects Virginia's electoral votes to the national popular vote winner. Critics, including Virginia Republicans, call the move unconstitutional and claim it nullifies state votes, while progressive groups like Stand Up America support it as a step toward representative democracy.

Virginia Democrats, including Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, defend a redistricting referendum aimed at shifting Virginia's congressional map to a 10-1 Democratic majority, countering GOP claims that the plan would dilute rural voters' influence. The referendum, set for April 21, faces criticism from Republicans like Rep. Ben Cline, who warn it would split rural votes, while Democrats argue it restores fairness in apportionment.

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.