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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.
Recent Fraudulent Signature Case Isn’t Virginia’s First
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 8, 2018
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Roanoke’s prosecutor will be investigating allegations of fraudulent voter petitions in Virginia Beach, a case that puts Republican Congressman Scott Taylor’s reelection campaign in the crossfire. But, fraudulent signatures are nothing new in Virginia politics. 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 Lawmakers Weigh In On Net Neutrality Debate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 17, 2018
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Net neutrality has become one of the hottest issues in Washington, and the debate is likely to come to a campaign trail near you. Michael Pope explains why.
Taylor Proposal Calls for Partnerships Between Police and Local Communities
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 15, 2018
Recent years have seen a growing sense of distrust between some members of the community and police. Now one Virginia congressman is trying to forge a new sense of cooperation. Michael Pope is on Capitol Hill with the latest.
Virginia Republicans Wary Of Tariffs And Potential For Trade War
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 8, 2018
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Virginia lawmakers are worried that President Trump’s proposal to hike tariffs on steel and aluminum may spark a trade war. Matt Laslo reports.
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 Congressional Delegation Weighs In On Opioid Emergency Declaration
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 27, 2017
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President Donald Trump recently declared the nation’s opioid crisis as a national health emergency. While Republicans are hailing the move, Democrats say it still falls short. Matt Laslo reports.
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