Virginia Supreme Court rules on new congressional map

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Court rejects Virginia redistricting in a blow to Democrats' counter to Trump, GOP

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The congressional redistricting referendum was passed by Virginia voters last month and would have given Democrats a more favorable map.

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Virginia Supreme Court blocks Democratic-drawn congressional map voters approved in April NBC NewsIn Huge Blow to Democrats, Virginia Court Strikes Down House Map

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Democrats said it was to counter the gains that Trump and the GOP have picked up in Republican-led states.

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The ruling is a significant victory for Republicans in the state, who argued the map was an "unconstitutional power grab," and would grant Democrats a 10-1 advantage.

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The decision by the state's top court is a major victory for Republicans, wiping away a measure approved by voters to allow Democrats to gain as many as four House seats in the midterms.

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**Summary:** The Virginia Supreme Court has struck down the congressional map drawn by Democrats, ruling it unconstitutional and favoring Republicans. This decision is seen as a significant victory for the GOP. **Why It Matters:** The court's ruling could have major implications for upcoming elections in Virginia, potentially giving the Republican Party an advantage in