RICHMOND — Virginia lawmakers convened in the Capitol Monday for the start of an effort that opens the door to redistricting the state’s congressional seats.

Virginia Democrats are trying to pass a constitutional amendment to begin the process for redistricting. If they’re successful, congressional maps could be redrawn so that Democrats pick up more seats.

Virginia’s potential redistricting mirrors similar efforts in other states: Earlier this year, President Donald Trump urged Republican-led legislatures to redistrict in favor of Republicans with the intent of winning more seats in the 2026 midterms. Texas and Missouri have approved new districts. A Democrat-led redistricting measure is on the ballot in California. Other states such as Indiana and Utah are considering doing the same.

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