Virginia Redistricting Referendum Ruled Unconstitutional

Virginia Redistricting Referendum Ruled Unconstitutional

Source: FOX News

Summary

A Virginia Circuit Court judge ruled that the Democratic Party’s redistricting efforts in the state are unconstitutional. The ruling comes after a referendum on the new map was approved by voters. The judge cited rules that were not met by the referendum. The Virginia Attorney General’s office has announced that it will appeal the decision. There are currently four constitutional challenges to the referendum making their way through the courts.


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Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.

Virginia Circuit Court Judge Jack Hurley ruled that the Democratic Party’s redistricting efforts are unconstitutional. Former Republican Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli said there are four constitutional challenges to the referendum. Cuccinelli expects a final ruling on the matter by May. The Virginia Attorney General’s office will appeal the decision. The judge’s ruling has sparked criticism from Democrats, with some calling it an “activist” decision.

The familiar dance of court challenges and appeals has begun.


Author: Evan Null