Democrats in the General Assembly presented a redistricting amendment to counteract Republican efforts to gerrymander in other states. Here’s an overview of how the process unfolded and what happens next.
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What has Virginia Done to Protect Residents from Data Centers?
N4C thought it would be interesting to reexamine what our legislators did (or failed to do) in 2025 regarding data center development. How did they handle the balance of economic boon with the need to protect residents from major property value loss, health/safety issues, and environmental dangers popping up like weeds in their back yards?
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Youngkin’s EO – Election Security or Voter Suppression?
Days before early voting got underway in Virginia for the 2025 election, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed an Executive Order “to Further Enhance Security of the Commonwealth’s Electoral Process.”Read More
Henrico Teen Detained by ICE
An HCPS high school student – whose family fled Afghanistan for safety reasons in 2021, was taken into custody by ICE last week.
According to the Richmond Times Dispatch, ICE agents arrested Arman Momand shortly after a court appearance at the Henrico County courthouse. Momand faced charges for a driving incident in December 2024, in which he was arrested by police for reckless driving, evading police and driving without a license.
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How Virginia Became the Epicenter of Trump’s Attacks on Higher Ed and DEI
The Trump Administration has an axe to grind against a state that voted blue in the 2016, 2020 and 2024 Presidential elections. Virginia also has a cooperative Republican Governor (and 2028 Presidential candidate hopeful) eager to earn points with the MAGA base, so it’s no surprise that they targeted Virginia’s public universities first.
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ICE Descends on Chesterfield County
“I don’t know what you’re doing, what you’re watching, what you’re reading if you’re not outraged”, says RaeAnn, a protestor outside the Chesterfield County Courthouse where ICE has been detaining people this week. According to NBC12, 14 people have been detailed over the past few days after ICE descended on the Richmond area.
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Visas revoked at VCU, UVA, Virginia Tech, George Mason
Federal immigration authorities have revoked the visas of at least 20 international students and three recent graduates. In addition to the climate of fear and turmoil this creates for all students, there is a very real economic impact for Virginia and the Universities. We’re highlighting a great article from Axios Richmond
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General Assembly largely rejects Youngkin’s legislative and budget amendments
Gun safety bills, paid family medical leave, prescription drug affordability, and raising the minimum wage are among the more than 150 bills that Governor Youngkin (R) VETOED after this year’s General Assembly session.Read More
GA Delivers a bipartisan budget and bills to Governor Youngkin for action
The VA General Assembly has delivered budget amendments including one-time bonuses for state employees, targeted tax cuts for working families, and increased funding for public education. The budget and hundreds of bills, including the right to contraception, collective bargaining, and gun sense legislation are now on the Governor’s desk for action by 3/24. Read More
Virginia Gun Safety Bills Await Action – Your Voice is Needed!
As the 2025 Virginia General Assembly session progresses, several key gun safety bills have passed both the House and Senate and are now awaiting Governor Youngkin’s decision. These bills have the potential to significantly impact public safety, gun ownership regulations, and legal accountability. Virginia House Delegate David Owens (HD57- R), voted against all of these… Read More
Trump DOGE cuts threaten VCU teacher residency program and Youngkin’s signature lab school
In cuts to DEI-related programs announced recently, the Trump administration canceled a five-year, ~$9 million federal grant for a teacher residency program at Virginia Commonwealth University, which partners with CodeRVA Regional High School as one of Governor Youngkin’s signature lab schools called VCU X CodeRVA. VCU’s RTR Teacher Residency Program is a proven undergraduate and… Read More