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Gov. Spanberger is defending a wave of vetoes that frustrated Democrats during her first months in office. “As I view it, I’m doing my job,” she told me. “The General Assembly passes bills, the governor has the responsibility to amend, sign, or veto.” virginiamercury.com/2026/06/12/s...

Spanberger defends wave of vetoes as frustrated Democrats push back • Virginia Mercury

Virginia Democrats spent years waiting for unified control of state government after an unprecedented string of bruising vetoes under Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin. But nearly six months into Gov. Ab...

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Virginia officials are urging residents to prepare for hurricane season now, citing the lasting damage Hurricane Helene caused in SWVA. Gov. Spanberger on Wednesday encouraged Virginians to make emergency plans, build supply kits and review evacuation zones. virginiamercury.com/2026/06/03/v...

Virginia officials urge hurricane preparedness as 2026 storm season begins • Virginia Mercury

With the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season underway, Virginia officials are urging residents to prepare now for severe weather that can bring flooding, damaging winds, tornadoes and prolonged power outag...

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Virginia’s updated revenue forecast projects an additional $1.5 billion in General Fund revenues through FY2028, giving lawmakers more room as budget negotiations continue ahead of the June 30 deadline. virginiamercury.com/2026/06/02/v...

Virginia revenue forecast jumps by $1.5 billion as budget talks continue • Virginia Mercury

Virginia’s revenue outlook has improved by $1.5 billion over the next three fiscal years, giving lawmakers more breathing room as negotiations over a stalled state budget are set to continue in Richmo...

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Rep. Jen Kiggans is standing by President Trump’s war in Iran even as she acknowledges the conflict is helping drive up gas prices in Hampton Roads ahead of one of the country’s most competitive House races. virginiamercury.com/2026/05/28/k...

Kiggans maintains support for Iran war while warning of pain at the pump • Virginia Mercury

U.S. Rep. Jen Kiggans, a Republican from Virginia Beach, is finding herself in a politically precarious position as she seeks a third term in one of the nation’s most competitive congressional races.S...

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Virginia’s economy is showing signs of strain — including nearly 42,000 job losses over the past 10 months — even as state revenues continue beating expectations and lawmakers remain deadlocked over the budget. virginiamercury.com/2026/05/20/v...

Virginia revenues surge despite job losses amid budget standoff • Virginia Mercury

Virginia’s economy is showing increasing signs of strain from slower job growth, rising inflation and weakening consumer confidence, even as state revenues continue exceeding expectations and giving l...

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NEW: Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoes legislation that would have created Virginia’s long-delayed adult-use cannabis retail market, leaving the state in the same legal limbo it has faced since marijuana possession was legalized in 2021. virginiamercury.com/2026/05/19/s...

Spanberger vetoes cannabis bill, stalling legal sales again • Virginia Mercury

Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Tuesday vetoed legislation that would have created Virginia’s long-delayed adult-use cannabis retail market, halting an effort lawmakers spent months negotiating five years ...

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SCOTUS ended Virginia Democrats’ redistricting fight Friday, triggering a wave of suspended congressional campaigns over the weekend. But Democrats still believe they can flip at least two GOP-held Virginia seats in 2026 under the current maps. virginiamercury.com/2026/05/18/v...

US Supreme Court decision ends Virginia’s redistricting fight, reshapes 2026 races • Virginia Mercury

The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision late Friday to reject Virginia Democrats’ emergency appeal over congressional redistricting effectively ended any remaining effort to revive the state’s redistricting...

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Gov. Spanberger signed another package of bills, including Virginia’s new assault weapons ban after lawmakers rejected her proposed amendments narrowing the measure. The package also includes marijuana resentencing reforms & a ban on weapons in hospitals. virginiamercury.com/2026/05/15/s...

Spanberger signs assault weapons ban, package of criminal justice and energy bills • Virginia Mercury

Gov. Abigail Spanberger late Thursday signed a sweeping package of legislation approved during the 2026 General Assembly session, including a ban on the future sale and manufacture of assault-style fi...

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The NAACP and Advancement Project are asking SCOTUS to overturn Virginia’s high court ruling striking down the state’s redistricting referendum, arguing the decision disenfranchised more than 3.1 million voters who approved the measure in April. virginiamercury.com/2026/05/14/n...

NAACP asks US Supreme Court to overturn Virginia redistricting decision • Virginia Mercury

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and the Advance Project on Wednesday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to reverse Virginia’s high court ruling striking down the state’s redis...

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#breaking The Supreme Court of Virginia has struck down Virginia’s voter-approved redistricting amendment. The court says lawmakers violated the state constitution by advancing the proposal after early voting had already begun in the 2025 House elections.

FBI agents raided the Portsmouth office and cannabis business tied to Virginia state Sen. Louise Lucas on Wednesday as part of a federal investigation, shaking Virginia politics and prompting swift reactions from Democratic leaders. virginiamercury.com/2026/05/06/f...

FBI raids Sen. Louise Lucas’ Portsmouth office, cannabis business • Virginia Mercury

Federal agents on Wednesday morning raided the Portsmouth office of state Sen. Louise Lucas, one of Virginia’s most powerful Democratic lawmakers, with multiple news outlets reporting an extensive law...

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The Supreme Court of Virginia heard arguments Monday in a challenge to the voter-approved redistricting amendment, with Justice Russell pressing both sides on election timing, public notice requirements and the scope of last October’s special session. virginiamercury.com/2026/04/27/s...

Supreme Court of Virginia weighs challenge to redistricting amendment • Virginia Mercury

The Supreme Court of Virginia on Monday heard arguments over whether Democrats followed constitutional requirements in advancing a voter-approved redistricting amendment, zeroing in on disputes over e...

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Va. Republicans are turning to the courts after narrowly losing the redistricting referendum, with a Tazewell judge now halting the new maps and the state vowing to appeal. GOP leaders say the fight isn’t over; the case heads toward the Virginia Supreme Court. virginiamercury.com/2026/04/23/g...

GOP's hope to undo Virginia’s new redistricting power grows after judge halts maps • Virginia Mercury

After losing Tuesday’s closely watched redistricting referendum, Virginia Republicans are now shifting their focus to the courts, arguing the legal fight — not the ballot box — will ultimately determi...

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NEW: @GovernorVA signs package of reproductive rights legislation — dubbed “Momnibus” — into law, while multitasking and holding a newborn baby.

At a signing ceremony for reproductive rights legislation, Gov. Abigail Spanberger also celebrates the passing of Virginia’s redistricting referendum. “Last night is an example of what happens when people are informed what their options are,” she says.

#breaking Virginia voters approved the redistricting amendment Tuesday, 50.7%–49.3% with ~2.5M ballots cast, clearing the way for new congressional maps after months of legal and political battles. virginiamercury.com/2026/04/21/v...

Virginia voters back redistricting amendment after months of legal and political battles • Virginia Mercury

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a constitutional amendment allowing mid-decade congressional redistricting, a move expected to dramatically reshape the state’s political map and potentially shift ...

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Turnout steady so far in Virginia’s redistricting referendum. At the Stonebridge polling site in Chesterfield, 400+ votes had been cast by noon — about in line with last year’s statewide elections. “It’s been very pleasant so far,” one volunteer tells me. virginiamercury.com/2026/04/21/l...

LIVE COVERAGE: Virginia redistricting referendum • Virginia Mercury

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It’s Election Day in Virginia! Voters will decide the fate of the redistricting amendment with major implications for the state’s congressional map. Follow our live blog for updates, turnout, and results throughout the day: virginiamercury.com/2026/04/21/l...

LIVE COVERAGE: Virginia redistricting referendum • Virginia Mercury

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