The Virginia Supreme Court invalidates a Democratic-backed congressional redistricting plan, preserving current maps and delivering a boost to Republicans ahead of the 2024 midterms. The court ruled the amendment process violated the state constitution, nullifying the recent voter-approved referendum.
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Following a Supreme Court ruling narrowing the Voting Rights Act, Tennessee and Alabama governors call special sessions to redraw congressional maps. Other Southern states consider similar moves ahead of upcoming primaries.
Navy Secretary John Phelan departs immediately amid tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over shipbuilding and naval strategy. His exit follows a series of high-level military dismissals under the Trump administration.
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.
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.
Justin Fairfax, former Virginia lieutenant governor, fatally shot his wife before killing himself in their home, police say. The couple's teenage children were present during the incident amid ongoing divorce proceedings.
President Trump's plan for a 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery faces legal challenges over congressional approval and concerns about obstructing historic views and nearby airport flight paths.