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Virginia lawmakers face scrutiny over campaign finance review changes

June 19, 2026

A quiet change in Virginia’s budget proposal could quietly erase a key tool for keeping campaign spending honest. The state’s elections department is currently reviewing campaign finances for top officials including the governor, attorney general, and lieutenant governor—as required by law. But Hous

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Ben Cline Eyes Fifth Term After Redistricting Shake‑Up

May 19, 2026

Ben Cline announced his intent to seek another term in Congress after the Supreme Court refused to revisit a challenge to Virginia’s 2024 election map. The decision, which ended the legal fight over the April 21 vote that counted more than 1. 6 million “yes” ballots, gave Cline a clear signal that t

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What’s happening with Virginia’s top Democrat?

May 7, 2026

Federal agents showed up unannounced Wednesday in Portsmouth, Virginia, targeting places tied to state Sen. Louise Lucas, a powerful Democrat and marijuana advocate. They raided her personal office, a dispensary she co-owns, and other locations connected to her. Footage from the scene shows agents c

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Virginia’s Redistricting Fight Shows How Maps Shape Power

April 29, 2026

Virginia is caught in a legal tug-of-war over who controls the state’s political map. Last week, voters approved a new congressional district plan drawn by Democrats, which could flip four GOP-held House seats in November. But a county judge quickly blocked the results, calling the referendum illega

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Virginia Governor Faces Legal Threat Over Gun Bills

April 12, 2026

The Department of Justice has warned Virginia’s governor that it will sue if she signs new gun‑control laws. A letter from the Civil Rights Division says any bill that limits law‑abiding citizens’ right to own firearms could trigger a lawsuit. The letter cites an executive order from the Trump

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Virginia's Future: Tax Policies Spark Debate Over Business Flight

April 12, 2026

The debate over Virginia’s economic direction heated up recently as political figures traded jabs over state taxes. A key voice in the conversation came from a former president, who used a social media platform to argue that rising taxes under the current governor could push businesses and wealthy r

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Virginia's New Governor Struggles Early Despite Big Win

April 7, 2026

Virginia just elected Abigail Spanberger governor in a landslide last November. She promised to be a moderate leader, but now, just 80 days into her term, her approval ratings are the worst for any Virginia governor in the 21st century. Only 47% of voters approve of her performance, while 46% disapp

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A Fresh Look at Virginia’s New Gun Rules

March 28, 2026

Virginia lawmakers just passed a big set of gun rules that many people think will stop shootings. The package includes a ban on certain rifles, limits on how many bullets can be in a magazine, and new rules that would make it easier for companies to report suspicious gun activity. The governor is st

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Virginia Takes a Step Back into RGGI

January 24, 2026

Virginia might soon rejoin the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a group of states working together to cut down on carbon emissions. This change comes after the previous administration, led by Glenn Youngkin, decided to pull Virginia out of the program. Now, the new Attorney General, Jay Jo

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Virginia Makes History with Its First Woman Governor

January 18, 2026

Virginia has taken a big step forward. For the first time ever, a woman is now governor. Abigail Spanberger, a Democrat, took the oath of office. This is a huge deal because Virginia has been led by men for centuries. Spanberger won against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. She is now the 75th govern