Early voting on Virginia redistricting lags last year's pace

Early voting in Virginia's redistricting election is underway, but participation is lagging behind last year's numbers. The election is crucial as it will determine the state's new congressional and legislative district maps. Virginia's redistricting process has been closely watched due to its potential impact on the state's representation in Congress. The new district maps will be in effect for the 2024 elections. As of now, the early voting numbers are lower than expected, raising concerns about voter turnout. The election is expected to be highly competitive, with both parties vying for control of the state's congressional and legislative districts.