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 constitutional amendment immediately after the vote, prompting a Democratic appeal. The high court's decision suggests it may uphold the lower ruling, potentially nullifying the referendum results. The case centers on legal challenges to the amendment's validity and the impact of altering the map post-election.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
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.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at Newsweek.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from Newsweek
