Jad Khalil
speaker
275 appearances
40 recordings
1 series
first heard Jun 2025
last heard 2d ago
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The fact that they said in their order, which is unusual, that this order, this decision in no way impacts the ability for us to hold an election, tells you everything you need to know.
A leading Republican acknowledged the vote will go forward, but said the party will continue to fight in court.
The legislature has proposed a map that could net Democrats four House seats in the 2026 midterm election.
For NPR News, I'm Jad Khalil in Richmond.
Thank you for having me.
Also, a court has ruled against Democrats' plan.
A judge in southwest Virginia said that they didn't follow the law when drafting the proposed amendment.
Democrats have appealed.
They say this is necessary to respond to states where Republicans have tilted districts in their favor.
Virginia Republicans say it's a partisan power grab.
For NPR News, I'm Jad Khalil in Richmond.
Virginia currently has six Democrats and five Republicans in the House.
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The new map is designed to help flip some of those Republican seats, but it's not a sure thing yet.
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Voters need to empower the legislature through a constitutional amendment first, and that requires a voter referendum.
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Also, a court has ruled against Democrats' plan.
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A judge in Southwest Virginia said that they didn't follow the law when drafting the proposed amendment.
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Democrats have appealed.
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They say this is necessary to respond to states where Republicans have tilted districts in their favor.
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Virginia Republicans say it's a partisan power grab.
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For NPR News, I'm Jad Khalil in Richmond.
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