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Virginia’s Congressional Delegation Split on Government Shutdown
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 21, 2019
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With the government shutdown in its second month, the pain is starting to be felt more by federal workers and people who rely on government services. The Commonwealth’s lawmakers remain divided on how to get the government’s lights back on. Michael Pope reports.
Kaine, Warner Hopeful About Avoiding Government Shutdown
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 13, 2018
Leaders in Washington may be heading toward yet another government shutdown, although Virginia’s two senators are hopeful Congress can avoid brinkmanship. Michael Pope reports.
Congress Likely to Pass “Ashanti Alert” Legislation from Virginia Lawmakers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 12, 2018
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Democrats and Republicans in Congress may be deadlocked over a potential government shutdown and funding a wall on the southern border. But, they’re also coming together to pass significant bipartisan legislation at the end of the year. Michael Pope reports.
State Democrats Hope Stewart Nomination Will Help Flip Key House Seats
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 12, 2018
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Virginia Democrats are trying to tie vulnerable House members in the Commonwealth to the GOP’s controversial U.S. Senate candidate Corey Stewart. Matt Laslo has the story from Washington.
Virginia Delegation Considers Gun Control And School Safety Measures
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 7, 2018
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President Trump surprised many when he gathered a bipartisan group of lawmakers at the White House and called on them to pass a comprehensive gun control bill comprised of many proposals opposed by the gun lobby.
That announcement caught Virginia Democratic Senator Mark Warner off guard. Matt Laslo reports.
Virginia’s Representatives Weigh In on Tax Reform
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 23, 2017
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Lawmakers who represent the Commonwealth in Washington are engaged in a fierce debate over tax reform. Matt Laslo reports.
Virginia Senators Look to Make Statement With State of the Union Guests
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 1, 2017
Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine are both planning on bringing guests to President Trump’s speech to the joint session of Congress. (Credit: J. Scott Applewhite / AP)
Virginia Democrats are planning to make a show of force during President Trump’s speech to a joint session of Congress tonight. As Michael Pope reports, both Virginia senators are bringing politically charged guests.
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