Data guru explains how Dems would benefit from Virginia's latest redistricting measure

CNN analyst Harry Enten highlighted how a contentious Virginia redistricting measure could shift control of the House of Representatives to Democrats in the 2026 midterms. The proposed redistricting would redraw Virginia's congressional map to favor Democrats in 10 of 11 seats. Enten explained mid-decade redistricting efforts across multiple states —including Texas, California, Ohio, Utah, and North Carolina— have largely canceled each other out, with neither party gaining overall. However, if Virginia's measure passes, Democrats would gain a three-to-four seat advantage from redistricting alone. This advantage could prove decisive because Republicans currently hold the House with only a two-seat margin. A three-seat Democratic gain would eliminate the Republican majority entirely. Enten emphasized, despite seeming modest, the Virginia redistricting measure could determine overall House control, explaining why significant campaign funding has targeted the race.Watch the video below. Your browser does not support the video tag.