The Daily Signal Cuccinelli on Dems’ Scheme to Change Virginia's Congressional Maps and How to Stop Them
Oct 29, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Ken Cuccinelli, former Virginia attorney general and redistricting advocate, delves into a recent Democratic strategy to change Virginia's congressional maps. He highlights the brazen plan involving a Constitutional amendment and the implications of a large donation from Eric Holder’s committee. Cuccinelli discusses the potential political fallout, emphasizing that Virginians are likely to resist these changes. He also outlines legal challenges and the critical importance of upcoming elections in stopping this scheme.
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Brazen Attempt To Undo Voter-Approved Reform
- Ken Cuccinelli says Democrats' push to undo Virginia's redistricting amendment after Eric Holder's donation is brazen and predictable.
- He argues voters passed the amendment two-to-one and will resist efforts to circumvent it.
Mid-Decade Redistricting Is Zero-Sum
- Cuccinelli warns mid-decade redistricting is a zero-sum game that benefits whoever succeeds quickly.
- He ties recent legal rulings to opportunities for Republicans to regain seats but says timing matters.
Prepare Legal Challenges And Voter Mobilization
- Expect legal challenges after any accelerated amendment process and prepare litigation once a second passage occurs.
- Mobilize voters because Cuccinelli believes Virginians will reject efforts to undo a bipartisan amendment.