The Virginia Supreme Court blocked a new Democratic-drawn congressional map from taking effect, delivering a major boost for Republicans as they defend their narrow House majority in the midterm elections.

The finding is a major setback for Democrats in their effort to counter GOP-led redistricting in other states. The measure approved April 21 gave Democrats an edge in four districts.

The Virginia Supreme Court struck down a new voter-approved map that would give Democrats an edge in the midterm elections.

The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday overturned the state’s redistricting ballot measure that would have given Democrats an edge in four House districts, dealing the party a massive blow ahead of the midterms.

The Virginia Supreme Court has struck down a Democratic congressional redistricting plan that had won voter approval

In a victory for Republicans, the Virginia Supreme Court tossed out a new congressional map voters approved in April. CBS News election law expert and contributor David Becker breaks down the ruling.

The Virginia Supreme Court strikes down a Democratic map that voters approved last month. Meantime, Tennessee moves to oust its only congressional Democrat by splitting his Memphis seat, a majority-black district held by Rep.

The Virginia Supreme Court ruling throwing out a new, Democrat-backed congressional map delivered a fresh jolt to a nationwide battle that could determine which party controls the US House of Representatives.