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Virginia judge blocks Democrats' referendum, a blow to redistricting effort over 4 U.S. House seats

Virginia judge blocks Democrats' referendum, a blow to redistricting effort over 4 U.S. House seats

Summary

A Virginia judge stopped Democrats from holding a voter referendum in April about changing congressional district maps. The decision is seen as a setback for Democrats seeking to gain more U.S. House seats.

Key Facts

  • A Virginia court ruled against a planned voter referendum on congressional maps.
  • The referendum aimed to help Democrats gain four more U.S. House seats.
  • The Tazewell Circuit Court issued a temporary restraining order.
  • The Republican National Committee requested the restraining order.
  • Democrats plan to appeal the court's decision.
  • The legal dispute involves the timing and wording of the proposed ballot referendum.

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