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Virginia Democrat Criticizes Party Leaders Over Maps
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- Virginia Senate Democrats advanced a state constitutional amendment to redraw congressional districts mid-decade.
- State Sen. L. Louise Lucas publicly criticized Democratic Sens. Tim Kaine and Mark Warner for their input on redistricting.
- The amendment seeks to shift Virginia’s U.S. House delegation toward greater Democratic control.
Democratic State Sen. L. Louise Lucas voiced strong opposition to fellow Democrats Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, stating she did not need outside advice regarding redistricting decisions.
With the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon, multiple states have begun exploring new congressional boundaries to gain influence in the U.S. House of Representatives.
The Virginia Senate voted 21-18 along party lines to approve a constitutional change permitting lawmakers to redraw congressional districts before the next Census.
Lucas posted online, sharing a McDonald’s-themed meme and argued that national politicians should focus on federal issues:
“I have the utmost respect for Senator Kaine and Senator Warner but we do not need ‘coaching’ on redistricting coming from a cuck chair in the corner. How about you all stay focused on the fascist in the White House and let us handle redistricting in Virginia. 10-1,” Lucas stated.
Majority Leader Scott Surovell described the effort as a restrained response to other states, notably after Republicans in Texas and Democrats in California initiated similar redistricting efforts.
The new proposal could increase Democratic representation in Virginia’s House delegation, potentially leaving Republicans with just one seat, according to party goals.
Vice President J.D. Vance commented on the situation, critiquing Indiana’s handling of their redistricting process:
“I’d like to thank @bray_rodric for not even trying to fight back against this extraordinary Democrat abuse of power. Now the votes of Indiana Republicans will matter far less than the votes of Virginia Democrats. We told you it would happen, and you did nothing,” Vance posted.
The measure awaits approval from newly inaugurated Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger before it can move to voters.
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