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Virginia Rep. Beyer on not giving into fear-mongering by the Trump administration

By Dogwood Staff

June 4, 2025
The opening weeks of the second Trump administration have caused anger and fear among communities across Virginia. But now is the time to get involved and share your story about how you are being impacted. “We do not want to be hopeless,” Rep. Don Beyer of Virginia said.

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