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Dems' Virginia gamble pays off in redistricting wars

Four GOP incumbents in Congress now face the prospect of running in districts designed to retire them.

Axios

Virginia approves redistricting plan that could help Democrats gain four more House seats

This redistricting referendum also marks a setback for President Donald Trump

The Independent UK

Virginia voters approve new congressional maps in blow to Trump

Result could help Democrats win four extra US House seats in tit-for-tat redistricting battle begun by Texas

The Guardian - US

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Virginia votes on new congressional map with control of House at stake

Backed by Abigail Spanberger, the measure could boost Democrats and counter Donald Trump’s redistricting push

The Guardian - US

Virginia could swing again: voters to decide whether to redistrict in favor of Democrats

Purple state that recently elected Democratic governor will now choose whether to replace existing voting maps

The Guardian - US

Virginia strips tax breaks for organizations connected to the Confederacy

The United Daughters of the Confederacy – responsible for proliferation of Confederate statues across the US – will now have to pay property taxes

The Guardian - US

US edges closer to popular vote deciding winner of presidential elections

Virginia signs national popular vote bill into law, joining interstate compact with 17 other states and District of Columbia

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This Virginia Bill Expands Affirmative Action in State Contracting

The bill creates a new program to increase agency spending on small businesses, particularly those owned by women, minorities, and disabled veterans.

Reason

Here Are 12 Bills Democrats Just Passed To Trample Gun Rights in Virginia

Some gun-rights activists are blaming immigrants, but the real culprits are Virginia Democrats.

Reason

Virginia has a data center boon. Officials debate whether it's time to scrap its tax breaks

Virginia senators are pushing to curtail a 5.3% tax break for data centers

The Independent UK

Confusion about Commandeering

Whether the issue is immigration enforcement or environmental law, states are not obligated to enforce federal laws.

Reason

Trump called it a ‘golden age’ in front of millions, and the Democrat chosen to respond had three questions that cut right through it

That’s how the Democrats plan to win the midterms.

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Trump’s State of the Union missed the mark for Republicans and Democrats. Here’s what he talked about instead

ANALYSIS: Donald Trump played the showman at his State of the Union but gave average Americans little reason to back the GOP brand, writes John Bowden and some Republicans believe his foreign-heavy focus still leaves 'America First' behind

The Independent UK

Who Skipped Trump's State Of The Union Address: Here's Full List Of Those Who Boycotted The Event And Why

Over 80 Democratic lawmakers boycott President Trump's State of the Union Address, highlighting political divisions.

International Business Times UK

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The Independent UK

Trump is ‘making your life harder’: Democrat Abigail Spanberger argues in State of the Union response

Spanberger spoke from Colonial Williamsburg to deliver a message on affordability on behalf of the Democratic Party

The Guardian - US

‘We did not hear the truth’: Spanberger criticizes Trump over cost of living

Virginia’s new governor gives State of the Union rebuttal while Alex Padilla echoes themes in Spanish response

The Guardian - AU

Trump delivers longest-ever State of the Union address – as it happened

President is dogged by low public approval ratings with November midterm elections on the horizon

The Independent UK

What to expect in Gov Abigail Spanberger’s response to Trump State of the Union address

She will have far less time than the Republican president to deliver her rebuttal

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The Times of India

State of the Union 2026: When and where to watch Donald Trump’s speech to Congress — details

President Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address, his second major speech to Congress this term. The address, expected to be lengthy, will likely highlight his accomplishments and address key issues like tariffs, immigration, and foreign policy. Several Democrats plan to boycott the event, with Governor…

Axios

How states are testing ICE resistance strategies

The efforts will likely lead to court fights with the Trump administration.

The Guardian - US

Abigail Spanberger: Democrats turn to centrist as party seeks return to relevance

Choice of Virginia governor to give Trump rebuttal suggests DNC believes moderate approach could bring midterm wins

The Guardian - US

What time is Trump’s State of the Union – and how can I watch?

The US president will deliver his State of the Union address this evening – here’s what you need to know

Reason

Virginia Democrats' Push for Mandatory Government Unions Is Not an 'Affordability' Agenda

The legislation would almost certainly lead to a higher cost of living in the form of substantial tax increases.

Axios

Democratic response to Trump's SOTU becomes a crowded affair

Democrats are trying to mobilize every faction of their coalition before the midterms.

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MAGA has called her a villain, a witch, and ‘dangerous,’ and now she’s been picked to deliver the State of the Union rebuttal

Big career moment for the Democrat.

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