Virginia Democrats pursued a mid-decade congressional redistricting plan through a constitutional amendment passed by the General Assembly in late 2025 and early 2026, followed by voter approval in an April 21, 2026 referendum. The Virginia Supreme Court ruled on May 8 that procedural violations during the amendment process invalidated the measure, leaving the 2021 court-drawn maps in place. The U.S. Supreme Court declined an emergency appeal on May 15. With the November 3 midterms approaching and early voting underway, the existing district lines remain the only legally viable option. Trader consensus at 96.7% reflects these binding court decisions and the absence of any viable pathway for new boundaries. Late developments such as unexpected federal intervention or novel litigation would be required to alter the outcome, though none appear pending.