FBI searches office of Virginia lawmaker who helped lead redistricting push
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- The FBI searched the office of Virginia State Senate President Pro Tempore L. Louise Lucas and a nearby business she co-owns as part of a long-running public corruption investigation linked to the Biden era.
- Lucas is known for her role in leading Virginia's redistricting efforts to favor Democratic candidates, which recently included a constitutional amendment approved by voters to allow a new congressional map.
- The FBI stated there is no threat to public safety and emphasized the investigation is ongoing, with no further details available at this time.
- Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is aware of the FBI operation but declined to comment, while Virginia House Speaker Don Scott expressed concern and cautioned against premature conclusions due to perceived politicization.
- The redistricting in Virginia is part of a nationwide battle between Republican and Democratic states over congressional maps ahead of the midterm elections.
