Virginia redistricting win sparks jubilation, fierce criticism

As Democrats continue to celebrate the redistricting referendum in Virginia, President Donald Trump is claiming the special election was rigged.

RICHMOND, Va. — The approval of a contentious referendum to redraw Virginia’s congressional districts has ignited a fiery legal and political firestorm, with an upcoming challenge to the results in the Virginia Supreme Court even as Democratic leaders celebrate a landmark victory.

The referendum, which could shift the Commonwealth’s congressional delegation toward a 10-to-1 Democratic advantage, concluded as the most expensive in Virginia history. According to the Virginia Public Access Project, the campaign saw $83 million raised,

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