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- Youngkin Blasts Spanberger for “Blatant Lie” On Gerrymander
Youngkin making a point. Image credit: The Roanoke Star by Scott Dreyer Former Gov.
- Virginia Parents Stand Firm: Biological Sex Cannot Be Changed, Warn Against Harmful Gender Transitions
Biological sex is determined at conception by chromosomes—XX for females, XY for males—and cannot be altered by hormones, surgeries, or declarations. Medical professionals and recent international reviews confirm that so-called gender-affirming care for minors, including puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones, leads to severe health risks such as infertility, bone density loss, cardiovascular iss
- Virginia Voters Must Vote No on Redistricting Amendment to Protect Fair Elections
The current system, born from voter-approved constitutional changes, was designed to end the practice of politicians choosing their voters rather than the other way around. Under this framework, a bipartisan commission handles redistricting, ensuring maps that promote competitive districts and represent the commonwealth’s diverse electorate.
- Mark Warner Faces Backlash for Breaking Two-Term Pledge as He Files for Fourth Senate Run
That campaign saw Warner challenge longtime Republican incumbent John Warner in a closely contested race. Despite a strong effort, Mark Warner fell short, losing by less than three percentage points.
- Virginia Republicans Advocate for Shorter Early Voting to Cut Costs for Local Governments
The push comes amid ongoing discussions in legislative committees where delegates have highlighted how the cumulative length of early voting for primaries, generals, and other elections taxes resources. For instance, with 45 days of early voting before each major election, the total open polling period can stretch across months, requiring staffing, security, and facility maintenance
- Democrats Push Risky Expansion of Mail Ballot Deadlines Amid Election Integrity Concerns
The speaker emphasized that the postal service ‘is not quite as reliable as it has been in the past,’ advocating for SB 58 to adjust the receipt deadline for mail ballots postmarked by Election Day. Currently, Virginia law requires these ballots to arrive by noon on the third day after the election.
- Democrats Push Controversial Redistricting Amendment in Virginia Referendum
The amendment, passed by the House of Delegates and the Senate during the recent legislative session, seeks to alter the redistricting process established by voters in 2020. That year, Virginians overwhelmingly approved Amendment 52 with 67 percent support, creating the bipartisan Virginia Redistricting Commission to handle decennial map drawing and curb partisan gerrymandering.
- Virginia Democrats Kill Health Care Learning Lab Bill, Denying Innovation and Economic Growth
RICHMOND, VA – A forward-thinking bill aimed at spurring innovation in Virginia’s health care sector by temporarily easing regulatory barriers has been left to languish in committee, marking a setback for efforts to foster economic growth and improve patient access to cutting-edge treatments. House Bill 146, introduced by Delegate Wren Williams of the 47th District,
- Virginia’s RGGI Rejoin Plan: A Costly Carbon Tax in Disguise
RGGI, a cap-and-trade program involving several Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states, requires power plants to purchase allowances for their carbon emissions through quarterly auctions. Proponents claim the proceeds fund clean energy and resiliency projects, but opponents point out the program’s regressive nature, hitting low-income households hardest through higher utility rates.
- Democrats Imposing Mandatory ‘Fair Housing and Appraisal Bias’ Training on Real Estate Professionals
In a move that expands government oversight into professional licensing, the Virginia Senate has advanced House Bill 170, requiring aspiring real estate appraisers to complete a specific two-hour course on fair housing and appraisal bias before obtaining their licenses.
- Virginia Democrats to Vote for Themselves 278% Pay Increase
by Scott Dreyer Recent days, the Democrat-led General Assembly voted to increase the salary of State Delegates and Senate to $50,000 per annum. Virginia has always had part-time lawmakers in its General Assembly.
- Democrats STOP New Legislation, Gender Transition Attempts on Minors as Child Abuse Stalls in House Committee
A significant legislative effort to protect Virginia’s children from what proponents view as harmful interventions took a setback this week when House Bill 158 was left in the Courts of Justice Committee.
- Democrats Block Student with Disabilities Diplomas
As the 2026 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, House Bill 428 stands as a beacon of promise for students with disabilities navigating the challenges of high school graduation. The legislation seeks to establish an alternative pathway to the standard diploma, addressing a critical gap in the current system that often leaves capable students shortchanged due to rigid assessment requiremen
- Pro-Life Advocates Fill Virginia House of Delegates to Fight Against Radical Abortion Amendment
Delegate Delores Reyes, a Republican representing Loudoun County, took the floor in the House of Delegates chamber to warmly welcome the pro-life contingent, particularly highlighting visitors from her district.
- Winsome Earle-Sears Demonstrates True Leadership in Graceful Handover to Senator Ghazala Hashmi
Earle-Sears, the trailblazing Republican who made history as the first Black woman elected Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, took the podium to express deep appreciation to her dedicated staff.
- Fairfax County Prosecutor Allows Killers to Escape Justice through Insanity Defences
Insanity defenses are used in less than 1% of criminal cases and only 25% of the time. Insanity is a defense that is employed in less than 1% criminal cases, and successful in only 25% of the times.
- Virginia Dems lose support from the leftist media over gerrymandering
Virginia Democrats may have gone a little too far. It’s possible that their lopsided map of congressional districts, which was designed to create safe district for Dem candidates hand-picked by the party, is too bold to win over voters this April.
- Virginia State Senator Christopher Head Delivers Stirring Defense of Unborn Life Amid Legislative Push
Christopher Head’s remarks come at a critical juncture in the Virginia General Assembly, where Republican lawmakers are advancing measures to safeguard the unborn against what they describe as extreme Democratic proposals.
- Pro-Life Virginians Stand Firm Against Democrat Push for Unrestricted Abortion in State Constitution
Delegate Delores Oates, took to the floor of the House of Delegates to warmly welcome the pro-life contingent from her district.
- Virginia Senate Erupts in Fiery Debate Over Born-Alive Protection Amendment
Senator Emily Jordan, a Republican, passionately argued for the amendment, emphasizing crystal clear protections for what she described as fundamental rights. She pointed to multiple references in the legislation underscoring the need to provide care for infants born alive, regardless of the circumstances surrounding their birth.
- The Most Aggressive Gerrymander in Any State
Virginia Democrats released on February 5 their new proposed maps for carving up the Old Dominion in 11 new Congressional Districts. According to the US Constitution House seats are allocated by population.
- Republicans Sound Alarm Over Democratic Bid to Undo Bipartisan Redistricting in Virginia
Senator Mark Peake recounted recent discussions where a senator from eastern Fairfax indicated plans to ‘redo the House,’ a move he interprets as targeting the House of Delegates, the state Senate, and even congressional districts.
- Republican Leaders Rally Against Virginia’s Proposed Abortion Amendment Stripping Parental Rights
Senator Mark Obenshain, speaking at a recent session, highlighted the dangers posed by the proposal. He noted that 80 percent of Americans, including a majority in Virginia, support reasonable restrictions on abortion, such as parental notification and consent laws for minors.
- Governor Youngkin Champions Trump’s Peace Through Strength Strategy Amid Rising Global Tensions
Youngkin’s remarks underscore a key Republican foreign policy tenet: a robust, unmatched military serves as the ultimate deterrent.
- Democrats Reject Common-Sense Protections in Push for Unrestricted Abortion Rights in Virginia
The amendments in question sought to impose reasonable health and safety regulations on abortion facilities, similar to those applied to other surgical centers, and require parental notification or consent before minors undergo the procedure. Proponents argued these measures protect women from unsafe conditions and safeguard family integrity by involving parents in life-altering decisions for thei
- Senator Sturtevant Stands Firm for Parental Rights in Virginia Senate Debate on Reproductive Amendment
Glen Sturtevant, representing Virginia’s 10th Senate District, pointed out the amendment’s language granting ‘every individual’ a fundamental right to reproductive freedom.
- Judge declares redistricting amendment invalid; Democrats proceed despite this
A Tazewell Circuit Court judge ruled on both unconstitutional grounds and statutory grounds that the General Assembly Democrats’ attempt to amend the state Constitution to allow a redistricting Congressional district this year was invalid.
- Who owns Virginia Mercury?
The author has just finished reading a news story by Markus Schmidt, the prolific journalist who writes for the Virginian-Pilot. This was a reprinting of an article that Mr.
- Delegate Terry Kilgore Defends Virginia’s Bipartisan Redistricting Tradition Against Mid-Term Changes
Kilgore highlighted the 2020 constitutional amendments, passed by two-thirds of Virginia voters, which established bipartisan independent commissions for drawing legislative and congressional districts.
- Youngkin Delivers Results: Virginia Advances in Foster Care, Veterans’ Services, Broadband, Infrastructure, and Economy
In foster care and behavioral health, Youngkin’s Right Help Right Now initiative has driven significant reforms, overhauling systems to prioritize family stability and child safety.
- Delegate Wren Williams Delivers Fiery Warning to Virginia House of Delegates on Democrat-Led Assault on Virginia’s Constitution
LEESBURG, Va. – In a passionate address to the House of Delegates, Virginia House Delegate Wren Williams (R-47) laid bare what he described as a brazen Democrat attack on the Commonwealth’s constitution through partisan meddling in the redistricting process. Speaking directly to the house – Williams urged a return to principled, non-partisan map-making that respects
- Suhas Subramanyam hasn’t discovered the ‘Holy Grail of evidence’ connecting Trump and Epstein
Washington Examiner chief political correspondent Byron York said that the opponents of President Donald Trump are still looking for evidence related to Jeffrey Epstein, “that they can use” against him. The House and Senate passed the bill Tuesday overwhelmingly.
- Loudoun County’s Push for Rent Caps Sparks Debate on Housing Affordability and Economic Freedom
In the affluent suburbs of Northern Virginia, where Loudoun County has long been a beacon of economic growth and opportunity, a contentious debate is unfolding over proposals to implement rent stabilization measures.
- Virginia Democrats Advance Mid-Decade Redistricting Amendment Amid GOP Legal Challenges
Virginia’s ongoing redistricting saga took a significant turn in October when Democratic leaders in the General Assembly convened a surprise special session to propose a constitutional amendment allowing for mid-decade adjustments to the state’s congressional maps.
- Democrats Tim Kaine and Mark Warner broke America’s Healthcare System. Republicans are fixing it
The “Unaffordable Healthcare Act” was passed long before Democrats caused the most severe cost-of-living crises in the past half century. Their central planning effort, which accounted for 20% of the U.S.
- Glenn Youngkin says RGGI is an issue of affordability for Virginians, while Democrat Abigail Spanberger considers joining
Gov. Glenn Youngkin is highlighting Virginia’s debate on the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
- Bill to repeal Virginia’s Right-to-Work law
The Center Square – A new Virginia would repeal the Right-to-Work law. This is one of the major proposals submitted ahead of the General Assembly session in 2026.
- Democrats’ “immunity through insanity” carries Virginia
The Democrats’ victory in Virginia’s 2020 elections was a good example. Republicans criticized the Democrats’ extreme and unpopular gender ideologies and their radical policies.
- The Enhanced Trifecta gives Democrats full control of energy laws
With the return of the trifecta of political success that Democrats now bolstered by a 64-36 House of Delegates majority – the decision on how to address Virginia’s energy challenges is entirely in their own hands.
- Virginia Democrats panicked and enact naked power grab
The Democrats in Virginia are panicking over the Republican momentum which is increasing with every new Jay Jones scandal.
- The Four Horsemen of the Western Apocalypse: What They Mean for Virginia
Notable Hoover Institute scholar Dr. Victor Davis Hanson recently coined the term the “Four Horsemen of the Western Apocalypse.” Dr.
- Democrats are losing favorability as they fall below the GOP
Democrats have tried everything to get their message across. They blamed Republicans for the shutdown, said that White House tariffs will steal Christmas, and even dressed up in funny costumes during Saturday’s No Kings demonstration.
- Republican Governors Association invests $1.5 Million in Virginia’s Governor race following the Jay Jones scandal
The Republican Governors Association announced this week that it will be investing $1.5 million in Lt. Governor.
- Spanberger is silent about Jay Jones’ endorsement in the face of Earle-Sears’ heated Virginia debate
The only debate between Virginia gubernatorial candidate, Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger, and Lt. Winsome-Sears‘s (R-VA) debate quickly turned into disagreements, personal insults and a brewing scandal involving Democrat Jay Jones.
- Are Democrats the party of murder?
Why are so many Democrats fond of wishing death on their opponents? That’s a question raised by two astonishing developments early this month.
- Virginia sanctuary prosecutor offers illegal aliens a ‘gun safety course’ and therapy instead of jail.
Documents obtained that show four violent illegal alien criminals have been charged with murder in Richmond, Virginia over the past two years, and multiple others with unlawful gun possession.
- Climate Activist running for Virginia Delegate Seat could lead to power blackouts
If John McAuliff wins the Virginia House of Delegates District 30 race in November, Virginians can expect their energy bills to rise and the power to go out.
- Virginia’s Elections are about who can make the state safer and more affordable
Virginia’s gubernatorial race and the Attorney General race are shaping up as a referendum over two key issues: affordability and public safety.
- Virginia Win: Court Approves Talk Therapy For Kids Confused About Gender and Sex
Virginia was the first Southern state to ban so-called conversion therapy in 2020. This is a program that helps children accept their God-given sexual orientation and gender.
- Churches should never have been barred from endorsing candidates. Trump just made that right.
The IRS has thrown in the towel after a 71-year battle between pastors who have brought the Bible into politics, and Uncle Sam. This is a huge victory for religious freedom in America.