The claim
“On May 8, 2026, the Virginia Supreme Court voided and nullified the election results of the April 21, 2026 Virginia redistricting amendment.”
Our verdict
True
Multiple independent sources confirm that the Virginia Supreme Court issued a 4‑3 decision on May 8, 2026 voiding the April 21, 2026 redistricting referendum results.
What we found
Multiple independent sources confirm that the Virginia Supreme Court issued a 4‑3 decision on May 8, 2026 voiding the April 21, 2026 redistricting referendum results.
The evidence
3 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
AP News reports the Virginia Supreme Court struck down the voter‑approved redistricting plan on May 8, 2026, rendering the referendum void.
apnews.com· AP News report - Background
The Virginia State Board of Elections press release dated May 8, 2026 states the Supreme Court voided the April 21, 2026 redistricting referendum.
elections.virginia.gov· Virginia Elections official release - Background
WTVR reports the Supreme Court of Virginia struck down the redistricting referendum on May 8, 2026.
wtvr.com· WTVR local news article
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