Constitution
- Bishop Burbidge Issues Rare Call to Defend Life and Marriage
Bishop Michael Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington has taken an unusual step by instructing all priests in his diocese to read a pastoral letter from the pulpit during weekend Masses.
- Bishop Burbidge Issues Rare Call to Defend Life and Marriage at the Ballot Box
Bishop Michael Burbidge of the Diocese of Arlington took an unprecedented step ahead of the November election by directing every priest in his diocese to read a pastoral letter during Mass.
- ACLU tries to remove transgender sports case on Supreme Court docket
The American Civil Liberties Union has asked the Supreme Court to dismiss this week a case that the justices will hear in their next term regarding a Transgender Sports Law.
- Virginia Senate Pushes Forward HB835 Shielding Candidates’ Addresses, Republicans Voice Strong Opposition on Transparency Grounds
RICHMOND, VA – As the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, House Bill 835, focused on address confidentiality for candidates and elected officials, has advanced through key stages in both chambers, drawing pointed opposition from Republican delegates who prioritize election transparency and voter verification rights.
- Virginia House Advances HB171 to Enhance Student Protections Against Modern Digital Dangers
RICHMOND, Va. – In a decisive vote reflecting broad support for safeguarding young students in an increasingly digital world, the Virginia House of Delegates passed HB171 on January 27, 2026, by a margin of 75-24.
- Conservation Group Backs Virginia Felon Voting Measure
The League of Conservation Voters donated $25,000 on September 7, 2026, to Virginians for the Right to Vote, the committee supporting a state constitutional amendment to enshrine voting rights and automatically restore them for individuals who have completed felony sentences.
- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones Targets Greene County Sheriff Steven Smith for Upholding Immigration Law
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones has launched an inquiry into Greene County Sheriff Steven Smith for the office’s participation in joint operations with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- It’s time to stop the government’s gag order on the church
A pastor in America can freely talk about heaven and hell, but if he applies Scripture to a political campaign, the IRS will investigate. This barrier was created by the Johnson Amendment.
- Virginia Democrats Push Extreme Abortion Amendment Threatening Unborn Lives
Virginia Democrats have advanced two significant ballot amendments set for the November election that critics argue undermine traditional family values and the sanctity of life. The measures, passed through the state legislature in successive sessions, include a proposed constitutional change framed as protecting reproductive freedom.
- Senator Mark Peake Exposes Speed Camera Trap Burdening Virginia Citizens
The Financial Burden on Drivers The extra fee creates a barrier that many residents find difficult to overcome when seeking to defend their cases. Senator Mark Peake pointed out that this requirement applies even when the ticket involves speed or red light cameras.
- Virginia Democrats Push $714 Million State Employee Pay Raise Funded by New Taxes
As Virginia lawmakers finalize the massive budget for the upcoming 2026-2028 biennium, fiscal conservatives are raising urgent alarms over a reckless expansion in permanent state spending. Governor Abigail Spanberger and Democratic legislative leaders have agreed to a 3.5 percent across-the-board pay bump for state employees, which will cost hardworking taxpayers an estimated $714 million.
- Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Questioned on Links to RSS Affiliate and India Religious Policies
The congressman responded by acknowledging awareness of the HSS while denying additional details. He stated that he knows the HSS but provided no further information on related entities.
- Dave Beckwith Exposes Opponent’s Stance on Redistricting and Court Packing
Redistricting Concerns in Virginia Redistricting processes in Virginia have long been subject to scrutiny regarding their alignment with constitutional standards. Beckwith points to his opponent’s backing of certain approaches as problematic.
- The Great Seal of Virginia turns 250
by Rich Tucker Virginians were busy in 250 years last month. Virginians led the 13 Colonies in the war to free them from British Empire.
- Virginia Primary results set up fall matchups
by Rich Tucker The stage has been set for the November congressional elections. The Associated Press announced all Virginia races within an hour of the polls closing at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
- Congressman Under Fire for Alleged RSS Links Amid Foreign Influence Concerns
Congressman Suhas Subramanyam encountered intense scrutiny during a recent interview regarding his alleged connections to organizations associated with the RSS network operating within the United States. The discussion highlighted potential implications for American political integrity and the importance of transparency in campaign activities.
- Congressman Suhas Subramanyam Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged RSS-Linked Ties
Congressman Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia’s 10th District encountered intense questioning regarding his connections to organizations associated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh network operating in the United States. The discussion centered on his campaign contributions, attendance at certain events, and his views concerning recommendations from the United States Commission on International Re
- Virginia Taxpayers Forced to Fund $20 Million Bureaucratic Expansion for Public Sector Unions
Virginia Taxpayers Face Massive Bill for New Union Bureaucracies The state budget for fiscal year 2027 includes a staggering $20 million allocation designed exclusively to fund the start-up costs for public sector collective bargaining. This massive expenditure will finance the creation of entirely new government entities, including the Public Employee Relations Board and the Virginia
- Get the Flock out!
Harrisonburg City Council unanimously voted this week to terminate the city’s Flock Safety contract. The city will cover the surveillance cameras with trash bags until the company removes them and consider an ordinance prohibiting other mass-surveillance companies from signing contracts in Harrisonburg.
- No Queens in Virginia: Stop Tyranny
Virginia’s motto “Sic Semper Tyrannis” or “Thus Always to Tyrants” declares that virtue, justice and good governance will always triumph over tyranny. Virginia’s Democrat leaders are now the tyrants.
- DOJ Defends Second Amendment by Suing Virginia Over Rifle Ban
The United States Department of Justice has taken decisive action to protect the constitutional rights of law-abiding citizens in Virginia. On July 1, 2026, federal officials filed a lawsuit against the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia State Police.
- Virginia Auto Dealers PAC Contributes $25,000 to Democrat Defend Virginia PAC
The Virginia Automobile and Truck Dealers Political Action Committee made a $25,000 donation to Defend Virginia PAC on July 21, 2026. Defend Virginia PAC operates as the political vehicle for Jay Jones in his bid for Virginia Attorney General.
- Virginia Court Halts Spanberger’s AR-15 Ban, Delivering a Major Victory to Gun Owning Owners
Virginia gun owners won their first big courtroom victory on June 26 when a judge in the Lancaster County Circuit Court granted an interim injunction against Governor. Abigail Spanberger’s sweeping ban of the sale and transfer AR-15s.
- Virginia Taxpayers Shoulder the Burden as Lawmakers Push Costly State Employee Pay Raises
Virginia taxpayers are facing a massive financial commitment following the approval of a revised state budget that significantly expands government spending. Lawmakers recently finalized a spending plan that guarantees a 3.5 percent annual pay raise for state employees across the board for both fiscal years 2027 and 2028.
- Record $2.9 Billion Prince William County School Budget Raises Fiscal Concerns Amid 6.27% Pay Hikes
The Prince William County Public Schools system is set to receive a massive influx of taxpayer funds, pushing its total budget to a staggering $2.9 billion. A significant portion of this bloated budget will fund an average compensation increase of 6.27% for all school employees across the district.
- Virginia Lawmakers Push Historic Spending Increases Amid Concerns Over Budget Bloat and Taxpayer Burden
The recently unveiled Virginia budget for the FY2027-FY2028 biennium introduces unprecedented levels of state spending that have raised immediate alarms regarding fiscal restraint. At the center of this financial blueprint is a sweeping compensation package that mandates four percent annual raises for teachers and school support staff in each year of the biennium.
- Historic $2 Billion Education Spending Sparks Conservative Concerns Over Government Bloat in Virginia
The newly proposed Virginia biennium budget for fiscal years 2027 and 2028 introduces a staggering level of state spending that has raised significant concerns among fiscal conservatives. At the center of this financial blueprint is a historic two billion dollar allocation in new public education funding, marking the largest single investment of its kind in
- Dave Beckwith Champions Constitutional Values in VA-10 Race
Dave Beckwith, a candidate for Congress in Virginia’s 10th District, has highlighted his long-standing commitment to defending the Constitution throughout his campaign efforts. He recently shared that he swore an oath to defend the Constitution 30 years ago and continues to carry that dedication forward in his bid for office.
- Virginia Finalizes Biennium Budget with Substantial Pay Increases Amid Local Fiscal Concerns
The State of Virginia has finalized its sweeping legislative budget for the upcoming fiscal years, introducing substantial financial commitments to public education and state workers. For the 2027 and 2028 fiscal biennium, the budget mandates a substantial four percent salary increase for teachers and school support staff in each year.
- Abigail Spanberger Pushes for New Agency to Regulate Virginia Cannabis Market
Lawmakers have considered legislation to resolve these issues. The proposed measures would establish a new state agency dedicated to oversight.
- Illinois Governor’s Nonprofit Sends $50,000 to Virginia Reproductive Freedom Group for State Candidate
Think Big America made a donation of $50,000 on June 25, 2026, to Virginians for Reproductive Freedom for use in support of a Virginia candidate. The group Think Big America was founded by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker.
- Dan Helmer Threatens to Remove Virginia Supreme Court Justice
In 2027, it may not be Justice Kelsey who needs to worry but rather a group of Virginians tired of Dan Helmer’s lust. For power.
- Virginia Lawmakers Pass Bill Limiting Data Sources for Canceling Voter Registrations
The 2026 session of the Virginia General Assembly saw the approval of House Bill 111, a piece of legislation that imposes new restrictions on the cancellation of voter registrations by general registrars throughout the state. Introduced by Delegate Amy Laufer, this bill amends section 24.2-427 of the Code of Virginia to specify the limited circumstances
- Virginia Democrats Push to Revoke Gun Rights for Hate Crime Convicts in Latest Second Amendment Assault
The legislation, described as the Governor’s recommendation during recent Senate proceedings, would impose a temporary loss of gun rights lasting only three years for those found guilty of hate crimes, rather than maintaining an indefinite prohibition. Surovell, a Democrat representing Fairfax County, argued in the Senate chamber that this measure takes away a fundamental gun
- Scott Surovell’s job performance: How bad is it?
State Senator Scott Surovell by Joe Fitzgerald First, there was the plan to build a casino in Fairfax County despite objections from the local authorities. He knew more than the supervisors of the county.
- Democrats’ Brazen Power Grab in Virginia Exposed: Jeffries Vows to Override Voters and Courts to Install 10-1 Gerrymander
In a stunning display of partisan desperation, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has openly declared war on fair elections in Virginia, promising to ram through a heavily gerrymandered congressional map that would effectively silence Republican voices in the Commonwealth. Speaking at the Center for American Progress, Jeffries lambasted the Virginia Supreme Court’s recent ruling that
- Virginia GOP Leadership’s Spineless Neutrality Betrays Core Principles on Critical Ballot Measures
RICHMOND, Va. — In a stunning display of political cowardice, the Republican Party of Virginia’s State Central Committee has opted for neutrality on three radical constitutional amendments heading to the November ballot. These measures — pushed by Democrats and aimed at embedding unlimited abortion, redefining marriage, and handing voting rights to felons fresh out of
- Virginia Legislature Delivers Bipartisan Victory for Judicial Safety with Unanimous Passage of HB124
RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia General Assembly has sent a clear message in support of protecting those who uphold justice, unanimously passing House Bill 124 to enhance penalties for assaults against district court temporary recall judges. The measure, now awaiting action from the Governor, adds these dedicated public servants to the list of protected judicial
- Do Democrats Believe in a Constitutional Republic Really?
The commotion over the Virginia Supreme Court’s ruling against Democrats’ illegal gerrymandering demonstrates how far America has fallen from its constitutional foundations. by Jacon Grandestaff The childish reaction of the Democrats to the Virginia Supreme Court ruling that their unconstitutional Gerrymandering was invalid shows they either don’t understand or support our republican system of gov
- Virginia Democrats Mocked for Out-of-Touch Remarks on Rural Life During Gerrymandering Debate
Republicans have long championed reforms to prevent the manipulation of district lines that dilute the voice of rural voters, ensuring fair representation for communities outside the Washington, D.C. suburbs. The amendment in question seeks to address ongoing concerns about partisan redistricting practices that have favored densely populated urban areas, often at the expense of Virginia’s
- Governor Abigail Spanberger’s Dramatic Flip-Flop on Virginia Redistricting Referendum Exposes Voter Betrayal
During her successful 2025 gubernatorial campaign, Spanberger assured voters that as a potential governor nominee, she had no intention of pursuing a redraw of Virginia’s congressional maps. Press conference footage captured her clear statement: Virginia governor nominees do not plan to redraw congressional maps if elected.
- Virginia Legislature Delivers Bipartisan Win for Judicial Efficiency with Passage of HB 128
RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia General Assembly concluded action on House Bill 128 on March 12, 2026, when the House of Delegates agreed to a Senate substitute by a vote of 97-1 with no abstentions. This final step propels the bill, which enhances the certification process for ancillary traffic infractions in felony cases, to Governor
- Virginia Legislature Advances Bill Strengthening Inmate Access to Legal Counsel in Local Jails
RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia General Assembly has completed action on House Bill 126, a measure requiring the State Board of Local and Regional Jails to establish new standards ensuring inmates in local, regional, and community correctional facilities have proper access to legal counsel. The bill, now enrolled and awaiting the Governor’s consideration, represents a
- Senator Sturtevant Exposes Democrat Gerrymandering Scheme in Virginia Redistricting Battle
In 2021, Virginians overwhelmingly approved constitutional amendments creating bipartisan commissions to draw congressional and legislative maps, putting an end to the long-standing practice of partisan gerrymandering. These commissions produced maps that reflected the commonwealth’s true political makeup, fostering competitive districts where voters, not politicians, determine outcomes.
- Suhas Subramanyam Calls for Packing or Purging State Supreme Court to Override Voters and Constitution
In a stunning display of partisan rage and constitutional contempt, Virginia Democrats, reeling from a Virginia Supreme Court decision that upheld the rule of law, are openly plotting to dismantle the state’s highest court. Their goal?
- Virginia Enacts Law Requiring Prosecutors to Provide Copies of Discovery Materials to Defendants
In a significant development for Virginia’s criminal justice system, the General Assembly has passed and enacted House Bill 118, which establishes new requirements for the disclosure of discovery materials in criminal cases. This legislation, designated as Chapter 562 in the Acts of Assembly, mandates that prosecutors provide copies or allow the photographing of evidence to
- Republican-Backed HB130 Aims to Extend Vital Cancer Protections to Virginia Sheriffs and Deputies
RICHMOND, VA – In a strong show of support for Virginia’s frontline law enforcement, Delegate Mitchell Cornett introduced House Bill 130 during the 2026 Regular Session of the Virginia General Assembly. The legislation seeks to amend Section 65.2-402 of the Code of Virginia, expanding workers’ compensation presumptions for certain cancers to include sheriffs and deputy
- Virginia Democrats Push Gun Buyback Programs Amid Semantic Sparring in General Assembly
House Bill 702, passed by the Democrat-controlled House of Delegates, seeks to explicitly permit law enforcement agencies at the local level to organize events where citizens can voluntarily turn in firearms in exchange for cash payments. Proponents, led by Democrats, argue this empowers communities to remove unwanted guns from circulation.
- Virginia to Expand Conservation Easement Eligibility for Federally Recognized Tribes
RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia House of Delegates approved House Bill 134 on February 3, 2026, passing it by a vote of 93 to 5. This measure updates the Virginia Conservation Easement Act to enable federally recognized tribes to serve as holders of conservation easements.
- Grant Saved America on the Day
While Virginia celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, we should also honor another anniversary: The Wilderness Campaign. by Shaun Kenney They came to a crossing in the track leading out of The Wilderness’ easternmost reaches. If they turned right, they would be heading north.