Virginia Politics News Monitoring

'Flashing-red warning lights' for Virginia Republicans as Trump policies threaten farmers

Farmers in different parts of the country are warning that President Donald Trump's steep new tariffs will hurt them in different ways. Products they need to purchase from Canada, for example, will cost them more — and exporting their own products to …

Pope & Schapiro: A bumpy week for Virginia Republicans

Only one Republican incumbent in the House of Delegates will face a primary: Del. Terry Austin

Early voting in the June 17 primary begins May 2. For information on who’s running and election deadlines, see our Voter Guide. The singular Republican incumbent to see a primary challenger in this year’s House of Delegates races is an unexpected one, …

'Priggish bully': Columnist in awe watching GOP governor 'blow up' his own party

Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) is tearing apart the Republican Party of Virginia — after having been the one to breathe new life into it just four years previously, wrote reporter and political commentator Jeff Schapiro in a scathing analysis for The Roanoke …

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 5.2.25

Good Friday morning. As the Legislature convenes for the last day of the Legislative Session, when policy bills will be considered, several matters remain unresolved. From Senate President Ben Albritton’s high-priority Rural Renaissance bill to proposed …

Primary season begins as early voting kicks off Friday and Virginians start shaping the 2025 ballot

Virginia voters can begin casting ballots Friday, May 2, as early voting opens for the June 17 primary elections. These primaries will determine party nominees for key statewide offices and legislative seats ahead of the November general election, which …

Republicans revisit Obamacare rollback to pay for Trump megabill

Congressional Republicans are once again scrutinizing Obamacare as they search for ways to offset the cost of President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda. The House is weighing how to reduce the generous subsidies that led 41 states to expand Medicaid …

Top Youngkin strategist steps aside in wake of GOP turmoil and infighting

Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s top political adviser, Matt Moran, temporarily stepped aside from his job as the head of the powerful Spirit of Virginia PAC, the PAC’s chief financial officer confirmed late Thursday evening.  Lisa Jennings told The Mercury that …

Virginia primary early voting is underway: Key dates to know

Early voting is underway in Virginia's primary election, and the contest will set up what's to come in November. Races on the primary ballot for statewide office are Democratic candidates for Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor. The Republican …

High-Rolling Republicans Congregate in NYC

  New York Republicans made a great effort on Tuesday, April 15, to energize the high rollers of the party faithful. The annual gala dinner at Manhattan’s Plaza Hotel across from Central Park, occurred during Chol HaMoed Pesach. The eight observant Jews …

Rep. Gerald Connolly announces he will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026

Rep. Gerald Connolly (D-Va.) announced on April 28, 2025, that he will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026. On his retirement, Connolly—who previously announced in November 2024 that he was diagnosed with esophageal cancer— …

The details may be different, but the John Reid controversy isn’t new. Here are 3 political dramas from the past.

Clearly, the John Reid controversy involving Gov. Glenn Youngkin is at the top of every Virginia politico’s mind. However, the controversy has three antecedents that those of us in 2025 might find interesting. First, let’s go back to 1957. Why? That’s the …

Early voting kicks off in Virginia Friday: what you need to know

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) -Election season is already back, as early voting for the primaries kicks off Friday, May 2, in the Commonwealth. Voters will be deciding who they want on the ballot in November, and it’s an important year for Virginia. Three statewide …

Governor orders flags at half-staff for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day

Governor’s Order for the Commonwealth of Virginia In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local …

Early voting starts Friday in Virginia. Here’s what to know

HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - Virginia voters can cast their ballots starting May 2 for the June primary election that will determine who’s on the November ballot for key state positions. Voters in the commonwealth have at least a Democratic primary on the …

Democrats Plan Town Hall Meeting in Wheeling Saturday Afternoon

Northern Panhandle Democrats have invited local federal officeholders — all Republican — to a town hall meeting Saturday, but so far none have indicated they will attend. The meeting is set to take place from 2-4 p.m. at the Ironworkers’ Hall, 2350 Main St …

Early voting begins today in Virginia

tazewell, va. — In-person early voting for Virginia’s dual June 17 primary election begins today. Because there are six candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor, all 133 Virginia counties are holding a Democratic primary. But …

Power shift: Executive authority and Ohio’s political lean

President Donald Trump has completed his first 100 days in office, and experts are watching how his executive actions may play out in the courts and in swing states such as Ohio. Since January, Trump has signed more than 139 executive orders, surpassing …

All eyes on data center bill during local Democrat Town Hall

SHEPHERDSTOWN — During a town hall on Wednesday, local Democrats discussed the outcomes of the recent state legislative session and the impacts it would have on the Eastern Panhandle. Throughout the recent legislative session, they each watched a different …

NBCI Honors Dr. James H. Powell and Past and Present Black Clinicians Who Have Promoted Diversity in Clinical Trials

Passing the Baton to the National Clinical Trials Strategies Plan (NCTSP) WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American churches and 27.7 …

Surge in Law School Applications Signals Increasing Interest in Legal Professions

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Law schools across the nation are experiencing a surge in student interest for the upcoming academic year. According to the LSAC (Law School Admissions Council), as of April 23, 2025, the …

Rising Tide Capital Co-Founder and CNN Hero Alfa Demmellash releases candid conversations with U.S. community builders.

Demmellash hosts insightful conversations highlighting experts the nation desperately needs amidst trade wars, tariffs and growing economic insecurity. JERSEY CITY, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rising Tide Capital (RTC)  …

Treatment Communities of America Celebrates 50 Years of Advancing Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery

For five decades, Treatment Communities of America (TCA) has been advocating for effective, person-centered substance use disorder treatment. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Treatment Communities of America (TCA), a …

While the World Debates Education Reform, $4bn Credit Union Funds Radical AI, Cash and Career App for Local Youth

$10,000 United Federal Credit Union grant for earn-and-learn app 'Life Hub' shows early signs of sound financial behaviour change in B&GC youth. AR, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the 4.5% of U.S. households …

EnSpot Political Helps Slash Campaign Spending with Data-Driven Digital Outreach

WEATON, IL, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the political landscape continues to grow more competitive and expensive, EnSpot Political is revolutionizing how political candidates connect with voters—delivering precision- …

Great Visuals & Family Fun: First 5 California Hosts Stronger Starts for Children Day at Fairytale Town

First 5 California (F5CA) will host a press event to kick off a Statewide Day of Action focused on children getting the best possible start to life. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What: First 5 California (F5CA) …

New HHS Trans Report Counters Medical Care Consensus

New Federal Report on Transgender Youth Care Advises Against Medical Care for Highly Suicidal Population NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a report …

IPA Announces 2025 Compliance Boot Camp

Payments Organizations that Join Before July 18 to Receive Free Registration WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Innovative Payments Association (IPA) is pleased to announce its 2025 Compliance Boot Camp, a one- …

ILL Resource Sharing Lifeline for Libraries Facing Budget Cuts: SHAREit

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As federal IMLS and LSTA funding comes under threat, libraries across the country are facing hard choices. Soutron Global, a leader in SaaS-based information, library, archive, …

e.Republic’s Omar Sandoval Named Top 50 Technology Professional by OnConferences

Peer-nominated award recognizes leadership, innovation, and impact across the global technology community SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- e.Republic—the nation’s leading media, market intelligence, and public- …

Les Rubin, Founder of Main Street Economics, Warns of America's Financial Tipping Point

Les Rubin Shares a Wake-Up Call for Fiscal Responsibility, Limited Government, and the Survival of the American Dream WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Street Economics founder, Les Rubin, is sounding the …

Texans Want Healthier Health Care Markets in Texas

Texas 2036 proposes a three-point agenda for encouraging competition and lower prices for care. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A wave of mergers and acquisitions among hospitals, insurers and private investors has …

Army Veteran Eve Bednarowicz Fusselman Shares Personal Experience in New Memoir Secrets of the Uniform

GROVELAND, FL, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eve Bednarowicz Fusselman, Army veteran, and former police officer, released her new autobiography, Secrets of the Uniform: Breaking the Armor of Abuse and Harassment. The book is …

California Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting a Minor

A California man was sentenced in the Eastern District of Virginia today to 10 years in prison and 30 years supervised release for enticing a 12-year-old child from Prince William County to engage in unlawful sexual activity. He was also ordered to pay $10 …

The Department of Justice Files Complaint Against Illinois for Encroaching on Federal Immigration Authority

WASHINGTON - The United States has filed a complaint against the state of Illinois, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), Jane Flanagan, Director of IDOL, and Kwame Raoul, the Attorney General for the state of Illinois, alleging that the implementation …

DOGE Subcommittee Announces Hearing on Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports

Panel to hear from Stephanie Turner, Payton McNabb, and USA Fencing Board Chair WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency (DOGE) Chairwoman Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) today announced a hearing on “Unfair Play: Keeping Men Out of …

Community Involvement Highlights May 14 Meeting with Members of the Congressional Family Business Caucus

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-Owned Business Leaders Share Importance of Family Businesses Supporting Local Communities, Charities with House Members; Frank Luntz Gives Insights on Changing Political …

Congressional Bill Would Lower Diaper Costs for American Families

New federal legislation would ban sales tax on diapers across the U.S. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The bipartisan Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2025 (H.R. 3128), reintroduced by U.S. Reps. Bonnie …

2025-58 HAWAIʻI LEADS MULTISTATE LETTER URGING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO RESTORE TITLE X FUNDING

  STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   ANNE LOPEZ ATTORNEY GENERAL LOIO KUHINA   HAWAIʻI LEADS MULTISTATE LETTER URGING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO …