Both parties raise the stakes ahead of Virginia redistricting referendum
Hakeem Jeffries campaigned for the referendum, describing Virginia as the 'crown jewel' in the national fight for a fair redistricting map.
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Hakeem Jeffries campaigned for the referendum, describing Virginia as the 'crown jewel' in the national fight for a fair redistricting map.
Virginia voters face a high-stakes referendum to adopt a new Democrat-led congressional map that could flip four Republican seats, potentially deciding control of the U.S. House as national leaders from both parties converge on the state.
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Coverage from far-right outlets consistently frames Hakeem Jeffries's campaign for the Virginia redistricting referendum. Outlets like KRDO and KESQ both report Jeffries characterizing the effort as a necessary measure to stop a 'MAGA power grab.' The uniform far-right lean of all reporting on this event results in a consistent framing of Jeffries's actions.
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