Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

politics

Economic Development 2025: BELCHER, JONATHAN S.
Jun 5, 2026

Could Virginia’s data center fight scare off other industries?

In 2024, following the unsuccessful effort to bring a sports arena to Alexandria, I wrote in Virginia Business that the Commonwealth would continue to find success recruiting investment and jobs because “the fundamentals of the commonwealth’s business case remain unbelievably strong and make us the envy of most other states.” That opinion was ultimately proven […]

John G. Rocovich Jr. talks with cadets during the Distinguished Alumni of the Corps award ceremony in 2025. Photo courtesy Virginia Tech
May 30, 2026

Fired Va. Tech rector says he won’t attend June 2 board meeting

John Rocovich declined to resign from Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Thursday, but said Saturday he won't attend Tuesday board meeting.

Government | Politics | Lobbying 2025: LUCAS, SEN. L. LOUISE
May 6, 2026

FBI raids Sen. Louise Lucas’ office, business in Portsmouth

FBI agents raided Virginia Democratic Sen. Louise Lucas' Portsmouth district office and nearby cannabis business Wednesday morning, the agency confirmed. 

Gov. Abigial Spanberger vetoed a bill that would have allowed a casino in the Tysons area. Photo by Adobe Stock
Apr 29, 2026

Spanberger says no to Fairfax casino with veto

Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed a bill that would have allowed a Fairfax County casino referendum, citing local control concerns and opposition from the board.

2026 Forty Under 40: JUAN PABLO SEGURA
Apr 28, 2026

2026 Forty Under 40: JUAN PABLO SEGURA

FORMER SECRETARY OF COMMERCE AND TRADE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA | RICHMOND

On Feb. 28, 2025, Virginia Tech President Tim Sands speaks at the grand opening ceremony for the Innovation Campus' Academic Building One. (Photo by Luke Hayes/Virginia Tech)
Apr 10, 2026

Kaine questions Virginia Tech president’s exit

Sen. Tim Kaine questions if Virginia Tech President Tim Sands was pushed out before Gov. Spanberger fills key board seats.

Government | Politics | Lobbying 2025: KAINE, U.S. SEN. TIM
Mar 1, 2026

2026 Virginia Power 50 List: TIM KAINE

SENATOR U.S. SENATE RICHMOND

Government | Politics | Lobbying 2025: LUCAS, SEN. L. LOUISE
Mar 1, 2026

2026 Virginia Power 50 List: L. LOUISE LUCAS

PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE CHAIR, SENATE FINANCE AND APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE, SENATE OF VIRGINIA PORTSMOUTH

2026 Virginia Power 50 List: ABIGAIL SPANBERGER
Mar 1, 2026

2026 Virginia Power 50 List: ABIGAIL SPANBERGER

GOVERNOR COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA RICHMOND

Government | Politics | Lobbying 2025: WARNER, U.S. SEN. MARK
Mar 1, 2026

2026 Virginia Power 50 List: MARK WARNER

SENATOR U.S. SENATE ALEXANDRIA

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger delivers the Democratic response to U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address, in Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S., February 24, 2026. Mike Kropf/Pool via REUTERS
Feb 25, 2026

Virginia Governor Spanberger rips into Trump on economy, immigration

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger criticized President Trump's economic record and immigration enforcement during her response to the 2024 State of the Union address.

Woman accused of running high-end brothels in Northern Virginia and near Boston set to be sentenced
Feb 19, 2026

Tazewell court again blocks Virginia redistricting vote after RNC sues

A Tazewell County Circuit Court judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking a special election in April that could redraw Virginia's congressional districts.

YOUR NEWS.
YOUR INBOX.
DAILY.

By subscribing you agree to our Privacy Policy.