Virginia Democrats Win Redistricting Referendum

The narrow approval of the redistricting plan marks a major victory for Democrats in the national battle over gerrymandering.

By gaining the power to adopt new lines, the party aims to secure 10 of Virginia's 11 congressional districts.

Republicans have condemned the ballot language as dishonest and are looking to other states to offset the loss.

This outcome is viewed as a direct rebuke to President Trump's efforts to influence mid-decade map changes.