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Virginia could adopt its 5th election map in 2 census cycles: how we got here

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (706+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (7News) — On Tuesday, Virginia voters narrowly approved a special referendum that could reshape the state's congressional map – again. It faces challenges in the state supreme court, but if enacted - would be the Commonwealth's fifth electoral map in just two…...


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Youngkin executive order gives feds access to Virginia's voter rolls ahead of early voting

1+ year, 2+ day ago   (334+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (7News) — Gov. Glenn Youngkin on Friday issued an executive order aimed at strengthening election security as Virginians prepare for early voting in the 2025 general election. Executive Order 53 directs the Virginia Department of Elections to update system standards, improve collaboration…...