Dossier
redistricting initiative
Coverage of redistricting initiative in the Nexus archive.
- Shannon Taylor wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Virginia’s 1st District
Shannon Taylor secured the Democratic nomination for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District and will face Republican Rep. Rob Wittman in the general election. The district, which typically supports Republicans, was won by Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger in 2025, making it a key target for Democrats aiming to retake the House.
- Virginia Democrats pick nominees in 2 US House seats they hope to flip in midterms
Virginia voters are selecting nominees for congressional midterm elections, with a primary season affected by upheaval linked to a failed redistricting initiative. Democrats aim to flip two US House seats in the upcoming midterms.