US midterms 2026: Voters back abortion rights and reject Trump's redistricting in state ballot measures
Abortion-rights supporters won in Missouri and Virginia as voters rejected Trump-backed redistricting plans and several other ballot restrictions.
- On Tuesday, voters weighed 145 ballot questions across more than three dozen states, backing abortion rights in three of four states while delivering a double dose of disapproval to President Donald Trump's redistricting efforts.
- Missouri voters rejected Proposition A, a Republican-drawn congressional map that Trump had backed to help the GOP win an additional House seat in the Kansas City area, effectively ending the new districts.
- Virginia approved Question 1 with about 62% of the vote, establishing a "fundamental right to reproductive freedom," while Missouri voters defeated a measure that would have reimposed abortion restrictions.
- Florida voters approved a property tax amendment that will exempt the first $50,000 of permanent residence value from many property taxes, though local officials warn of potential revenue cuts for police and fire departments.
- Nevada approved Question 6 with about 63% of the vote, while Maryland voters passed an amendment allowing lawmakers to redraw congressional districts as counting continued early Wednesday for other measures.
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In state ballot measures, voters back abortion rights and reject President Trump's redistricting efforts
Voters decided on 145 ballot questions in more than three dozen states during the midterm elections Tuesday.
The Independent
The Independent (US)Voters deliver fresh abortion wins and deal sharp blow to Trump agenda
Abortion-rights advocates notched victories in Missouri and Virginia on Tuesday, and voters delivered a double dose of disapproval to President Donald Trump’s redistricting efforts
The Economic Times
Times of IndiaUS midterms 2026: Voters back abortion rights and reject Trump's redistricting in state ballot measures
During the recent midterm elections, abortion-rights supporters marked significant achievements in both Missouri and Virginia, highlighting shifts in voter attitudes. Concurrently, President Donald Trump's redistricting strategies faced backlash in several states. In Florida, an amendment was adopted that offers critical property tax relief to homeowners. Meanwhile, Nebraska solidified transgender medical limitations in its constitution, demonst…
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