Virginia voters approved a new congressional map favoring Democrats, potentially shifting up to four House seats ahead of the midterm elections. The referendum replaces bipartisan-drawn districts with those created by the Democratic legislature, sparking legal challenges from Republicans.
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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from Congress moments before a House Ethics Committee vote on sanctions related to allegations she stole FEMA funds and misused them for her campaign. Her resignation ends the committee's jurisdiction and avoids a likely expulsion vote.
Virginia voters decide on a constitutional amendment to redraw congressional districts favoring Democrats, amid a national battle over redistricting ahead of the 2026 midterms. The referendum would temporarily suspend a bipartisan commission and could shift up to four House seats to Democrats.
Madison Warner, daughter of Senator Mark Warner, dies at 36 after a long battle with juvenile diabetes. The senator and his wife expressed deep sorrow and requested privacy during this difficult time.
As the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran nears expiration, American envoys head to Pakistan for talks amid Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz and escalating threats. Iran demands the U.S. lift its naval blockade, while President Trump warns of attacks on Iranian infrastructure if a deal is not reached.
President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV have engaged in a public dispute over the U.S. war in Iran, with Trump criticizing the pope's calls for peace and the pope urging an end to violence. The conflict has divided opinions among Trump supporters and religious leaders about the roles of political and spiritual authority in war.
A federal judge blocks Nexstar Media Group's $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna, citing antitrust concerns raised by state attorneys general and DirecTV. The merger, which would create a media giant owning 265 TV stations, is paused pending resolution of a lawsuit alleging harm to competition and local journalism.
Oil prices fell sharply after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open amid a Middle East ceasefire, easing fears of supply disruptions. The announcement boosted global stock markets and lowered U.S. gasoline prices, though uncertainties remain about shipping security and ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions.