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By DAVID A. LIEB
Updated 9:57 PM CDT, April 21, 2026
Virginia voters approved a mid-decade redistricting plan Tuesday that could boost Democrats’ chances of winning four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections that will decide control of the closely divided Congress.
The constitutional amendment narrowly backed by voters bypasses a bipartisan redistricting commission to allow the use of new districts drawn by Virginia’s Democratic-led General Assembly. But the public vote may not be the final word. The state Supreme Court is considering whether the plan is illegal in a case that could make the referendum results meaningless.
The Virginia redistricting referendum marked a setback for President Donald Trump, who kicked off a national redistricting battle last year by urging Republican officials in Texas to redraw districts. The goal was to help Republicans win more seats in the November elections and hold on to a narrow House majority in the face of political headwinds that typically favor the party out of power during midterm elections.
But the Virginia redistricting referendum could help nullify Republican gains elsewhere. ...
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Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress
By DAVID A. LIEBUpdated 9:57 PM CDT, April 21, 2026
Virginia voters approved a mid-decade redistricting plan Tuesday that could boost Democrats’ chances of winning four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections that will decide control of the closely divided Congress.
The constitutional amendment narrowly backed by voters bypasses a bipartisan redistricting commission to allow the use of new districts drawn by Virginia’s Democratic-led General Assembly. But the public vote may not be the final word. The state Supreme Court is considering whether the plan is illegal in a case that could make the referendum results meaningless.
The Virginia redistricting referendum marked a setback for President Donald Trump, who kicked off a national redistricting battle last year by urging Republican officials in Texas to redraw districts. The goal was to help Republicans win more seats in the November elections and hold on to a narrow House majority in the face of political headwinds that typically favor the party out of power during midterm elections.
But the Virginia redistricting referendum could help nullify Republican gains elsewhere. ...
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Trump says US is extending ceasefire while awaiting proposal from Iran
President Donald Trump said the U.S. is extending its ceasefire with Iran as he waits for a "unified proposal" from the Islamic Republic, but the U.S. military will continue its blockade.
apnews.comA Pentagon intelligence agency assessment says Iran still has significant military capabilities
U.S. intelligence is at odds with public declarations by President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who said the Iranian Air Force was “wiped out” and the Navy is “at the bottom of the sea.”
www.nbcnews.comRep. Cory Mills says he won't resign from Congress amid ethics probe into misconduct allegations
Mills, who is facing a potential expulsion vote, said he won't follow in the footsteps of three House colleagues who resigned over various allegations of misconduct in recent days.
www.nbcnews.comDriven by the pressures of war, Iran gives its field commanders more power over militias in Iraq
Iran has granted its commanders more autonomy over militias in Iraq, allowing some to act without Tehran’s approval.
apnews.comTrump DEI crackdown ‘misses core ideology' and must target lingering danger on campuses, watchdog warns
A report claims intersectionality is driving DEI and domestic terrorism in the U.S., urging Trump to issue a new executive order to address it.
Key takeaways from Kevin Warsh's Fed confirmation hearing
He denied making a deal with Donald Trump on interest rates and backed "policy regime change" at the central bank.
www.bbc.comTrump reads Bible passage amid Iran war and religious backlash
President Donald Trump read a passage from the Bible as part of a week of national scripture reading.
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Trump says the US will extend its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan's request
President Donald Trump says the United States is indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan’s request as he waits for a unified proposal from the Islamic Republic.
apnews.comTrump to host gala for top $TRUMP meme coin investors -- again
The top holders of President Trump's $TRUMP meme coin will convene Saturday for a gala at Trump’s Florida estate -- the second such event since his return to office.
In reversal, Justice Department withdraws subpoenas in John Brennan investigation, AP sources say
The Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas issued in the investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan, with officials asking for voluntary interviews instead of testimony before a grand jury.
apnews.comContract reveals fundraising deal for financing Trump's East Wing overhaul
The agreement, which was signed this fall, ensures donor anonymity, establishes a fee structure and institutes a ban on foreign contributions.
www.cbsnews.comCIA personnel killed in Mexico crash tied to cartel operation, questions mount over US role
Mexico's president orders an investigation after a crash killed two U.S. officials and two Mexican officials linked to a clandestine drug lab operation.
Redistricting battle narrows for US House as states seek partisan edge in November elections
The timeline is tightening as states attempt to redraw U.S. House districts ahead of the November midterm elections.
apnews.comTrump media company replaces CEO, ex-congressman Nunes after stock plunge
The Trump business behind Truth Social is replacing a former congressman and big supporter of the U.S. president as leader of the social media platform after a stock collapse in the past year
Supreme Court seems wary of limiting federal regulators' power in a data privacy case
The Supreme Court seems wary of limiting the power of federal regulators in a case over multimillion-dollar penalties levied against telecommunications giants Verizon and AT&T.
apnews.comVirginia voters approve new congressional map favoring Democrats, CBS News projects
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 House districts, leaving just one safe Republican seat, CBS News projects.
www.cbsnews.comTexas can require public schools to display Ten Commandments in classrooms, court rules
A U.S. appeals court says Texas can require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms.
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