Virginia
- Virginia Democrats inject race into tourism
by Virginia Grace McKinnon Image credit: Grok The Virginia House of Delegates has just released the final of its 2026 budget. Democrats, who are buried in a war over data centers and have lifted marijuana restrictions as well as given themselves a 150% raise, also want to spend millions of dollars on DEI tourism.
- 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.
- Governor Spanberger has just increased the cost of living for every Virginian household.
by Jeff Reynolds Virginia has re-joined the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, and residential ratepayers are going to feel it again. Virginians spent more than 600 million dollars over three years during the last time Virginia was part of the program.
- Fairfax Schools are at a Crossroads
by Stephanie Lundquist-Arora Fairfax County school board members will vote on the $4.1 billion fiscal year 2027 budget today. District leaders still point to a “budget gap” of $28 million, referring to FCPS not receiving the full amount requested by the Board of Supervisors.
- Newport News Attorney Leonard Bennett Makes Significant Contribution to Virginia Senate Campaign
Newport News attorney Leonard Bennett contributed $5,000 to the Morrissey for State Senate 16 Committee on October 26, 2021. Bennett, who practices consumer protection law through Consumer Litigation Associates in Newport News, has a history of supporting political efforts in Virginia.
- Joe Morrissey Campaign Committee Allocates Over Eleven Thousand Dollars to Billboards
The Morrissey for State Senate 16 Committee directed $11,889.00 to Lamar Companies on February 23, 2023. Lamar Companies operates from 700 South Lake Blvd in Richmond, Virginia, and specializes in outdoor advertising including billboards across the Richmond metropolitan area.
- Union PAC Contributes $7,500 to Morrissey Campaign in Virginia Senate Race
The Mid Atlantic Laborers Political Education Fund, a political action committee tied to the Laborers International Union of North America, contributed $7,500 to the Morrissey for State Senate 16 Committee on April 18, 2022. This transaction represents one of several contributions from the fund to the committee supporting Joe Morrissey, who serves as a member
- Dominion Energy Contributes $30,000 to Joe Morrissey for State Senate 16 Committee
Dominion Energy PAC made a donation of $30,000 on June 14, 2023, to the Morrissey for State Senate 16 Committee. Dominion Energy, a major utility provider operating across Virginia, maintains a political action committee that supports candidates through contributions reported to state election authorities.
- Steve Descano Policies Enable Repeat Offender to Commit Child Abduction in Fairfax
The case centered on Hiram Baca Daniel Rodriguez, identified as a repeat offender. Under Descano’s office, the defendant received a plea agreement that limited his sentence to six months.
- Prince William County Teachers Face Broken System in New Scheduling Overhaul
The new schedules are set for release next year rather than allowing adequate preparation time in the current cycle. This timeline leaves little room for the district to address the core problems raised by staff members who work directly with students in areas such as Woodbridge.
- Autism and Vulnerability in Virginia Medicaid
By James C. Sherlock Virginia does not do enough to stop Medicaid fraud.
- Louise Lucas Challenges Spanberger on Virginia Budget and Data Center Policies
The debate centers on forecasts that underpin the state budget process. Officials must account for contributions from major industries including technology infrastructure projects.
- Steve Descano Faces Scrutiny Over Reduced Charge in Child Abduction Case
The case against Jose Rodriguez centered on allegations that he abducted a four-year-old girl with the intent to commit further crimes. Rodriguez, who had prior arrests for indecent liberties, was identified as the suspect after authorities responded to a burglary and discovered bruising on the young victim’s torso.
- Loudoun County School Board Shifts to Propane Buses Amid Cost and Reliability Issues
Loudoun County Public Schools is shifting away from electric buses and toward propane-fueled vehicles. The move comes after officials cited substantial expenses tied to the electric fleet, along with ongoing challenges in maintaining reliable daily service.
- Possible Investigations of Louise Lucas and Lisa Lucas-Burke. Lucas Lodge, The Marijuana Outlet
by James C. Sherlock Louise Lucas, the president pro tempore for the Virginia state senate and a former editor of the Virginian Pilot, said in an interview published Sunday that she doesn’t yet know why federal agents raided her business.
- Zach Cummings on Leesburg City Council Admitting He Does Not Read Police Documents
In Leesburg, local leaders gathered to examine ways to strengthen 911 services for the long term. The focus remained on process improvements and ensuring financial stability for the system moving forward.
- Fairfax County Housing Plan Near Gas Stations Raises Serious Health Concerns
A detailed map of the area illustrates several gas stations marked in red squares clustered around key roads including Franconia Road and nearby intersections. The Government Center itself appears in green on the map, underscoring how the housing site would sit directly adjacent to these petroleum operations.
- Steve Descano and Stacey Kincaid Fairfax Sanctuary Policies Lead to Tragic Consequences for Fairfax Virginia Residents
Jason Miyares described a clear pattern where criminal offenders are released back into communities despite ICE detainers. He pointed to specific cases that illustrate the dangers.
- Assembly and Spanberger made zero progress on Virginia energy challenges
By Steve Haner, The General Assembly’s order to purchase power instead of real power generation The Jefferson Forum’s June commentary outlines the energy challenges that Virginia faces in advance of the 2025 elections. Virginia is still lagging behind in the work of the 2026 Energy Legislation, despite the fact that the General Assembly and Abigail
- Legislation to Create Waste to Energy Grant Program Introduced in Virginia House
During the 2026 Regular Session of the Virginia General Assembly, House Bill 115 was introduced to establish a grant program intended to support waste-to-energy disposal methods for certain localities. The bill proposes the creation of the Waste to Energy Grant Program administered by the Department of Environmental Quality.
- Parent Unleashes Fury at Franklin City School Board Over Pathetic Math Plan
The speaker, dressed in a blue shirt and speaking from a wooden podium in a room lined with pew-like seating, laid bare the inadequacies of the district’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) strategy. ‘Understand MTSS. And no plan for students,’ he declared, pointing out the absence of concrete interventions or direct instruction.
- New Requirements for Handgun Storage in Unattended Vehicles
The Virginia General Assembly has enacted House Bill 110, which introduces specific requirements for the storage of handguns left in unattended motor vehicles. Signed by the Governor on April 13, 2026, the legislation becomes law effective July 1, 2026, as Chapter 560 of the Acts of Assembly.
- 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
- Dominion Energy PAC Contributes $100,000 to Virginia Democratic Leadership Fund
Dominion Energy Inc. Political Action Committee – Virginia contributed $100,000 to Leaders for an Equitable Tomorrow PAC on May 7, 2026.
- 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.
- Significant Donation Fuels Democratic Campaign in Alfonso Lopez Virginia House Race
A donation of $4,500 was made on April 22, 2026, by Alfonso Lopez through ActBlue Virginia to support a Virginia candidate. This contribution adds to the fundraising efforts for Delegate Alfonso Lopez, who represents the 3rd District in the Virginia House of Delegates.
- Laborers Union Coalition Contributes Over $200,000 to Mid-Atlantic Political Education Fund
The Laborers Mid-Atlantic Regional Organizing Coalition contributed $204,917.14 to the Mid-Atlantic Laborers’ Political Education Fund on April 20, 2026. This donation forms part of larger transfers from the coalition, which has provided more than $1.6 million to the fund in recent cycles.
- Prince William County Sets Gold Standard in Transit Efficiency, Spares Taxpayers Millions Unlike Fairfax
The Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission, which operates the OmniRide service serving Prince William County, runs its extensive operations entirely without general fund support. Officials highlight raising approximately $30 million a year from state grants alone, covering the entirety of operations with an additional $20 million incoming and strategic allocations that avoid any ‘bite
- Parke Capshaw Contributes $5,000 to Virginia Supporting Democratic Efforts
Parke Capshaw of Charlottesville made a $5,000 donation on May 14, 2026, to ActBlue Virginia designated for a Virginia candidate. ActBlue serves as a primary fundraising platform for Democratic candidates and causes across the state.
- UFCW Local 400 Sends $9,460 Donation to Virginia AFL-CIO
UFCW Local 400 made a donation of $9,460.40 on May 1, 2026, to the Virginia American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations. The contribution supports a Virginia candidate through the state labor federation.
- New Property Taxes Coming to Fredericksburg
Virginia House Bill 72, introduced in the 2026 Regular Session of the Virginia House of Delegates, proposes significant updates to the state’s real property tax laws. Specifically, the bill aims to amend and reenact § 58.1-3221.1 of the Code of Virginia, focusing on the classification of land and improvements for tax purposes.
- Defense Contractor Felipe Rodriguez Supports Democrat Virginia PAC with $5,000 Contribution
Felipe Rodriguez of Vienna, Virginia, employed by Aeronautical Systems Inc in the defense industry, made a $5,000 donation on May 8, 2026, to Defend Virginia PAC. The PAC, registered as a Democrat committee, has directed significant funds including $50,000 to Jones for Attorney General, supporting Jay Jones in his bid for Virginia Attorney General.
- Laborers Union Trust Contributes $30,000 to Virginia PAC
On May 14, 2026, Laborers Dist. Council Trust 2 made a cash contribution of $30,000 to the Baltimore Washington Construction & Public Employees Laborers PAC.
- Charlottesville Realtor Ben Cullop Donates to Virginia Future Generations PAC
Charlottesville realtor Ben Cullop made a $2,500 donation on May 18, 2026, to the Virginia Future Generations PAC. The contribution appears in campaign finance records for the Democratic leadership committee.
- Virginia Legislation Proposes Greater Local Control for Satellite Voting Offices
The Virginia General Assembly is considering important legislation that would transfer significant authority regarding the operation of voter satellite offices from local electoral boards to the elected governing bodies of counties and cities. House Bill 71, introduced in the 2026 Regular Session, seeks to amend and reenact section 24.2-701.2 of the Code of Virginia, focusing
- Richmond Philanthropist Mary Sisson-Vaughan Contributes Over $5,000 to Killing Babies PAC
Richmond resident Mary Sisson-Vaughan donated $5,162.70 on May 7, 2026, to Pro-Choice Virginia d/b/a REPRO Rising Virginia Political Action Committee. The contribution supports the PAC’s efforts to back Virginia candidates aligned with its reproductive freedom priorities.
- Virginia Real Estate Developer Scott Plein Contributes to ActBlue Virginia
Scott Plein, a real estate developer based in Bristow, Virginia, and principal of Equinox Investments LLC, made a $2,500 donation on May 6, 2026, through ActBlue Virginia to support a Virginia candidate. Plein has a record of political contributions in the state, with documented donations totaling $17,000 across multiple cycles, including $13,500 directed to Democratic
- Peake Challenges District Elimination and Budget Secrecy on Senate Floor
His remarks focused on the lack of transparency that has characterized those talks. Peake called for greater openness to ensure all parties have access to relevant information.
- Nathanael Stulman Makes $2,500 Donation to ActBlue Virginia
Nathanael Stulman, a partner and head of financial services and fintech at Solomon Partners, contributed $2,500 to ActBlue Virginia on April 7, 2026. The donation was directed to support a Virginia candidate.
- Frank Conner Donates $10,000 to ActBlue Virginia for State Candidate
Alexandria resident and attorney Frank M. Conner III contributed $10,000 to ActBlue Virginia on May 18, 2026, according to donation records.
- Virginia Bill Introduced to Provide Flexibility for Local Election Dates
In the ongoing 2026 session of the Virginia General Assembly, a significant proposal has emerged regarding the administration of local elections across the Commonwealth. Delegate Rob Bloxom introduced House Bill 51 on December 29, 2025.
- Real Estate Developer Tim Chapman Contributes $10,000 to ActBlue Virginia
Real estate developer Tim Chapman of Vienna, Virginia, made a $10,000 donation on April 13, 2026, to ActBlue Virginia, a political action committee that supports Democratic candidates across the state. The contribution was designated for a Virginia candidate through the committee’s platform.
- Susan Stengel Donates $25,000 to Rural GroundGame for Virginia Democrats
Susan Stengel contributed $25,000 on April 22, 2026, to Rural GroundGame, an organization focused on supporting Democratic campaigns in rural Virginia. The donation is designated for a Virginia candidate through this group.
- Energy Executive Roger Sant Contributes $5,000 to Virginians for Fair Elections
Roger Sant, a longtime executive and co-founder of AES Corporation based in The Plains, Virginia, made a $5,000 donation on April 16, 2026, through ActBlue Virginia to Virginians for Fair Elections. The contribution appears in records from the Virginia Public Access Project tracking state political donations.
- Senator Bryce Reeves Questions Officials on Data Center Investments
The discussion focused on data center initiatives potentially located in the southside region of Virginia. Reeves emphasized the need for a clear understanding of factors that could influence decisions on these investments.
- Real Estate Developer Saif Abdul-Rahman Contributes to Virginia Democratic Campaign
Saif Abdul-Rahman, a real estate developer and managing member of JR Real Estate Group LLC based in Falls Church, Virginia, made a $2,500 contribution on May 13, 2026, through ActBlue Virginia to support a Virginia candidate. Records indicate this donation aligns with his broader support for Muhammed Sufiyan Casim, the Democratic nominee in the special
- New York Donor Lisa Primus Contributes $25,000 to Virginia PAC
Lisa Primus, a physician based in New York, made a $25,000 contribution on May 21, 2026, to United for Virginia’s Future PAC. The PAC was launched in December 2025 by Abigail Spanberger to recruit, support, and defend candidates in future Virginia elections who commit to lowering costs, strengthening opportunity for the next generation, and putting
- Beth Covin From California Makes $2,500 Donation to Defend Virginia PAC
Beth Covin contributed $2,500 to Defend Virginia PAC on May 3, 2026. The donation supports the political action committee focused on Virginia races.
- Fairfax County School Board Caught in Secret Pay Scheme: Lavish Raises for Political Allies While Teachers Get Shafted
The board members involved include Chair Sandy Anderson, Karl Frisch of Providence District, Melanie Meren of Hunter Mill District, Rachna Sizemore Heizer of Braddock District, Mateo Dunne of Mount Vernon District, Seema Dixit of Sully District, Kyle McDaniel, and the rest of the Democrat-dominated panel overseeing Fairfax County Public Schools. Rather than prioritizing the 180,000