Remains of West Virginia miner trapped in flooded mine have been found.
Rescuers have found the body of a West Virginia coal miner who had been trapped in a flooded mine for four days, according to officials who released the information on Thursday. Governor Patrick Morrissey identified the miner as Stephen Lipscomb, 42, a married father of two and a veteran of the Marine Corps. His body […]
Ibraheem Samirah, Virginia Democrat Who Interrupted Trump’s Speech, Sentenced for COVID Fraud Case
A former state representative from Virginia, who gained attention in July 2019 for interrupting President Donald Trump’s address, is now facing charges for allegedly fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief funds intended to support struggling business owners during the pandemic. Identified as 34-year-old Ibraheem Samira (D-VA), he is currently serving a three-year suspended sentence and must repay […]
Abigail Spanberger Requests University of Virginia to Pause President Search
Virginia’s Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, representing the Democratic Party, has requested that the University of Virginia (UVA) pause its search for a new president until five new trustees are appointed. In her letter, Spanberger conveyed to UVA’s Board of Visitors her concerns that recent actions by the board have eroded both public and community confidence in […]
Virginia Democrat Known for Protesting Trump Found Guilty of COVID Fraud
Former Virginia Lawmaker Pleads Guilty to COVID-19 Relief Fraud A former Democratic lawmaker from Virginia, Ibraheem Samira, gained attention for disrupting President Donald Trump’s speech and has now pleaded guilty to charges related to defrauding federal coronavirus relief programs. On October 30, a judge sentenced the 34-year-old to three years of probation after he admitted […]
Police have been summoned to Letitia James’ Virginia residences over twenty times since her purchase.
Police Activity Surrounds Letitia James’ Homes NORFOLK, Va. — Since New York Attorney General Letitia James purchased two homes, they’ve been the subject of considerable police attention. Reports show officers have been called out 20 times since a family member took up residence there, revealing quite a bit about the household dynamics. Nakia Thompson, 36, […]
Virginia Voters May See Abortion Amendment on the Ballot in 2026
A proposed amendment aimed at guaranteeing the right to abortion in the Virginia Constitution might appear on the ballot for voters in 2026. This could coincide with amendments concerning same-sex marriage, the restoration of voting rights to felons who have served their sentences, and a redistricting proposal. In Virginia, constitutional amendments need to be approved […]
Democrats face criticism for partial identity politics in Virginia election
In the world of politics, particularly among Democrats, race and identity have often played pivotal roles during elections. It’s interesting, though, that a year prior to the current Virginia gubernatorial race, former President Barack Obama called out black men for not supporting then-Vice President Kamala Harris in her presidential bid. Fast forward to the 2025 […]
Democrats succeed in governor elections in Virginia and New Jersey following Obama events
Former President Barack Obama re-entered the political arena just before the 2025 election cycle, supporting two Democratic gubernatorial candidates in Virginia and New Jersey, both of whom triumphed over their Republican rivals. On X, Obama shared, “Congratulations to all the Democratic candidates who won tonight. This is a reminder that we can win when we […]
Virginia cities criticized for DEI requirements after federal investigation into City of Austin’s DEI
Pressure Campaign Against Cities for DEI Practices Law organizations connected with former President Trump are intensifying efforts against urban areas that they claim breach his executive orders and federal civil rights laws by continuing to integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into their operations. This week, America First Legal (AFL) filed several civil rights complaints […]
West Virginia legislation aims to change state boundaries with Virginia and Maryland.
West Virginia Lawmakers Propose Welcoming Disaffected Virginians State and federal lawmakers in West Virginia are extending an invitation to unhappy Virginians following a significant Democratic win in this week’s elections, which saw Abigail Spanberger and Jay Jones emerge victorious. Historically, Virginia and West Virginia were united until June 1863. The “Wheeling Convention” ultimately allowed representatives […]