Speaker Scott Bans American Flags!
Yesterday, the Democrat majority convened a Special Session of the General Assembly to approve a resolution (HJ 6007) to amend the method for redistricting congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm Congressional elections - effectively allowing one party to gerrymander districts for political gain. The House of Delegates approved the resolution on a party line vote (51-42) yesterday, and the Senate is expected to take a final vote on the resolution tomorrow.
From start to finish, the day was marked by troubling actions and heavy-handed leadership from Speaker Don Scott (D–Portsmouth) and Democrat leadership:
American flags banned: Supporters arriving for We the People Day were greeted with American flags that we distributed, but Speaker Scott requested Capitol Police confiscate them from adults and children sitting quietly in the House gallery.
Civic groups silenced: Speaker Scott blocked introductions for the Liberty and Radford chapters of TPUSA and for citizens in the gallery showing support for We the People Day.
Delegate removed for condemning political violence: Speaker Scott ordered the Sergeant-at-Arms to remove Delegate Delores Oates (R–Front Royal) while she spoke against political violence—including the texts by Jay Jones fantasizing about killing a sitting delegate and his family.
Resolution against violence rejected: Senate Democrats rejected an amendment to a resolution that condemned political violence on the same day that TPUSA chapters were denied recognition in the House.
Public input denied: Sen. Aaron Rouse (D–Virginia Beach), Chair of the Senate Privileges & Elections Committee, rejected a motion to delay the committee vote on HJ 6007, denying the public a chance to review the measure.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who traveled to Richmond on short notice, stayed late, and stood in defense of the Constitution and transparent government.
Here’s what to expect next:
Tomorrow: The Senate is expected to pass HJ 6007, making it a total of four proposed amendments to the constitution at one time, including measures that would enshrine unlimited abortion, affirm same-sex / transgender marriage in the state constitution, and restoring voting rights of certain persons.
2026 Session: If the current House majority remains unchanged, the General Assembly is expected to approve all four amendments during the 2026 regular session.
Special Referendum: A special election could be called for as early as mid-April 2026 to hold a statewide referendum for not only the redistricting amendment, but the other constitutional changes—which would normally be held in November.
If approved by voters: This amendment would allow the General Assembly’s majority to bypass the redistricting commission and redraw congressional lines before the 2026 midterms.
During committee debate, Del. Rodney Willett (D–Henrico)—the patron of HJ 6007—dodged questions about whether the resolution’s intent was to redraw districts before the next congressional election. Ironically, one of his own supporters admitted during public comment time in the committee hearing that this was exactly the goal. (Click HERE, select House P& E Committee, and go to the 2:19:53 mark to listen.)
This process is far from over. Legal challenges are already underway, legislative debate will continue, and most importantly Virginians will have the chance to vote on November 4, 2025. If you want leaders who respect the Constitution and uphold open, transparent government, make sure to VOTE your pro-family values!
