Thousands of Virginians will regain the right to vote next month

By: Charlotte Rene Woods

Outlets: Virginia Mercury

Published: May 4, 2026

Words: 617

Last Updated: 2 months, 1 week ago

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Tati Abu King, who was formerly incarcerated for a felony, has been waiting years to be able to vote again. A court ruling this year that found Virginia’s rights restoration process had violated a Civil War-era law means that this fall, he’ll be able to cast a ballot in congressional elections and weigh in on an amendment to cement voting protections for other ex-offenders.

“I want to set a precedent for my kids, grandkids, …

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