The Electoral College’s expiration date

Virginia has officially joined the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact by committing its electoral votes to the candidate who wins the national popular vote starting in 2026. This move brings the total electoral votes supporting this initiative to 222, a significant step towards potentially rendering the Electoral College obsolete. While the Electoral College remains the official method for electing U.S. presidents, this legislation underscores a growing push for a more direct popular vote system, reflecting a shift in how states view presidential elections.