Virginia voters head to the polls on Tuesday to decide a redistricting referendum that pits the state’s two parties against each other in a battle that mirrors national gerrymandering disputes.

The ballot will determine whether the state legislature can redraw congressional lines under a new framework, a move that could shift power between Republicans and Democrats in the House of Representatives.

Lawmakers Ryan T. McDougle and Scott A. Surovell, representing opposite camps, have already framed the debate, underscoring how the outcome may influence the 2026 midterm elections.

The decision will shape electoral maps for the next decade, making it a critical juncture for political strategists, donors, and constituents across Virginia.