What Virginia Democrats' redistricting effort could mean for House
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Virginia Democrats are moving ahead with a plan to redraw the Old Dominion's congressional maps that could net them up to four more House seats. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has the details.
Breakdown
- Democrats propose redrawing Virginia's congressional maps for up to four more seats 5s
- Plan requires amending state constitution and voter approval before midterms 29s
- Speculation about a 10-1 map favoring Democrats, but final map not determined 47s
- Legal challenges expected; Republicans actively oppose the measure 1m 12s
- Nationwide, up to 20 seats could be redrawn, but no party gains a clear advantage 2m 48s