The Virginia Supreme Court is considering whether to block new U.S. House districts narrowly approved by voters. Here’s correspondent Bernie Bennett with the story. VERBATIM: The court is to hear arguments Monday in a case contending that the Democratic-led General Assembly violated procedural rules when it placed a constitutional amendment before voters. If the court […]
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Virginia Supreme Court Weighs in on Redistricting Vote
The Virginia Supreme Court is considering whether to block new U.S. House districts narrowly approved by voters. Here’s correspondent Bernie Bennett with the story.
VERBATIM: The court is to hear arguments Monday in a case contending that the Democratic-led General Assembly violated procedural rules when it placed a constitutional amendment before voters. If the court agrees, it could invalidate the amendment, making last Tuesday’s vote meaningless.
Democrats hope to win as many as four additional seats under the new Virginia map. The case is part of a national redistricting battle between Republicans and Democrats seeking an advantage in the November elections.
Bernie Bennett, Washington.