McDougle v. Scott
Virginia Supreme Court, in a split decision, nullified a constitutional amendment approved by voters that would have allowed the state’s congressional districts to be redrawn, finding the legislative process used for the amendment violated the state constitution
Related Commentary
Redistricting Litigation Heats Up
In the wake of Callais, state courts are weighing a growing number of redistricting disputes.
Virginia’s Redistricting Effort and the Laborious Process to Amend its Constitution
The Virginia Supreme Court ruled that the legislature did not follow the proper process in its attempt to amend the state constitution to allow it to redraw the state’s congressional districts.
What We're Watching in the 2026 Elections
State Court Report’s new Election 2026 hub provides coverage of major legal and judicial developments shaping this election cycle.