Virginia voters split on redistricting as Gov. Spanberger approval sits at 47%: poll
WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA - FEBRUARY 24: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivers the Democratic response to U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address on February 24, 2026 in Williamsburg, Virginia. Spanberger is serving in her first yea
VIRGINIA - With days to go before Virginia’s redistricting referendum, a new poll shows Virginians narrowly split on redistricting as Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s approval remains divided.
What we know:
According to a poll from State Navigate, the proposed constitutional amendment on redistricting is leading, with about 50.7% of likely voters supporting it and 45.4% opposing it.
When rounded, that puts the measure at roughly 51% "Yes" to 45% "No."
The poll surveyed 707 likely voters between April 10 and April 13 and has a margin of error of 3.7%.
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By the numbers:
The poll shows a sharp partisan divide.
Among Democrats, 92% support the amendment, while 95% of Republicans oppose it.
Independent voters are leaning against the measure, with 56% opposed and 32% in favor.
Spanberger’s approval evenly split among voters
The same poll shows Gov. Abigail Spanberger with a split approval rating.
About 47% of voters approve of her performance, while 47% disapprove.
The poll also found stronger intensity among those who disapprove, with 41% strongly disapproving compared to 31% who strongly approve.
ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA - APRIL 10: Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate, former Rep. Abigail Spanberger speaks during an Everytown for Gun Safety rally on April 10, 2025 in Alexandria, Virginia. Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action en
The backstory:
The redistricting vote comes months after Spanberger’s gubernatorial win, which was one of the largest Democratic victories in Virginia in decades, according to State Navigate.
The proposed changes to congressional maps have sparked debate, with supporters arguing they counterbalance maps in Republican-led states, while opponents describe them as a power grab.
What's next:
Voters will decide the measure in a statewide vote scheduled for April 21.
The Source: This article was written using information from the State Navigate poll.