POLITICS
Sen. Tim Kaine explains his vote to end the government shutdown
Published December 23, 2025
In an interview with MSNBC, Senator Tim Kaine explained his vote and what he hopes Americans will learn about who represents them.
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Sen. Mark Warner calls for Hegseth’s resignation once again
Published December 22, 2025
Sen. Mark Warner laid into Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth in a recent interview with Jen Psaki.
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VA US Rep calls out Trumps pay-to-play administration and how it affects everyday people
Published December 22, 2025
VA US Rep. Don Beyer recently spoke at Ways and Means House Tax Subcommittee hearing on promoting global competitiveness for American workers and businesses. He called out Trump's 'pay-to-play' administration, making it harder on everyday people with higher costs while Trump and his wealthy friends continue to benefit from backroom deals.
Rep. James Walkinshaw fights for entrepreneurs in impassioned speech
Published December 19, 2025
He’s not wrong. 👀
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Rep. Subramanyam: Hegseth “Not fit to serve anymore”
Published December 19, 2025
While speaking to MS NOW, Rep. Suhas Subramanyam laid into US Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth and called for his impeachment or resignation.
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Spanberger, Dem leaders release ‘Affordable Virginia Agenda’
Published December 18, 2025
Gov-elect Abigail Spanberger and Democratic leaders in the General Assembly announced their priorities for the upcoming legislative session at a press conference in Richmond on Thursday.
Youngkin touts strength of Virginia economy despite warning signs
Published December 17, 2025
Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin offered a rosy assessment of Virginia’s economy in Richmond on Wednesday while unveiling his proposed budget, but Democratic lawmakers disagreed with his assessment amid growing economic warning signs.
Who’s driving up your energy bill? It’s not you
Published December 17, 2025
A new report says Virginians could save hundreds each year if state leaders clear grid delays for clean energy and make data centers pay their fair share.
Trump tries to block AI regulations as Virginia lawmakers eye reforms
Published December 16, 2025
President Donald Trump issued an executive order last week aiming to curb state regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, but one lawmaker in Virginia says reform is still needed.
Virginia lawmakers weigh proposal to safeguard contraception access
Published December 12, 2025
With Democrats set to take full control of Virginia’s House, lawmakers are advancing legislation that would codify the right to contraception statewide.
Virginia’s retail cannabis market is coming. Will it be fair to workers and small businesses?
Published December 11, 2025
A union and marijuana justice nonprofit are fighting for protections for workers and fairness for small operations as the multi-billion dollar industry gets closer to coming online in Virginia.