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As a potential Democratic wave looms, Trump’s DOJ angles for last-minute power over midterms
American democracy faces one of its biggest stress tests of the modern era, as President Donald Trump’s sprawling campaign for power over elections encounters a firewall of judges, state election workers and voting rights leaders heading into Election Day. A cascade of courtroom…
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In Virginia and beyond, Democratic candidates increasingly embrace Medicare for All
One of Chesterfield County resident John Meszaros’ sons was born with a rare metabolic syndrome, which required frequent doctor visits in his first year of life and came with hefty hospital bills at the start of it. Though his son is now covered by Medicaid, Meszaros said he and…
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Virginia governor pledges overhaul of outdated K-12 school funding formula
Gov. Abigail Spanberger said on Oct. 29 that she is committed to adjusting Virginia’s K-12 funding formula, after a state research group found it needs substantial changes and advanced a plan to hire an expert tasked with studying a new funding mechanism for up to 24 months. The…
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Commentary: Survey finds fear, desire for reset in Washington. Will Trump accept the results?
Virginians are distressed – for their wallets and our democracy – as we approach tomorrow’s congressional elections, according to an online survey that more than 350 Virginia Mercury readers responded to. As well they should be. It’s not just kitchen-table issues that are…
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Explosive spending, ugly ads and courtroom battles set stage for tense midterm elections
WASHINGTON — When the polls close Tuesday night, the 2026 U.S. election will go down as one of history’s most expensive and extraordinarily ugly midterms — galvanizing record-breaking early voter turnout among a deeply divided electorate. Voters on Saturday crossed the…
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Dog’s name raises questions about Virginia’s voting rights restoration process, more headlines
• “Living with high prices in Virginia’s 1st Congressional District.” — NPR • “‘Biscuit Rigsby’: Dog’s name raises questions about Virginia’s voting rights restoration process.” — WTVR • “D.C. and Virginia sue to block Trump’s proposed triumphal arch.” — The Washington Post •…
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‘Medically frail’ Medicaid enrollees won’t have to prove their inability to work to keep coverage
Medicaid recipients who are disabled or have a chronic illness will not have to prove they are unable to work to be exempted from new work requirements that take effect next year, a federal judge ruled Thursday. The decision by U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns in Boston…
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With thousands newly able to vote, a Va. ballot measure could unlock voting rights for more
Nov. 3 will be Seychell Williams’ first time voting, a civic duty she said she’s excited to experience. Despite advocating for criminal justice reform laws at the state Capitol over the years, she’s been unable to vote herself due to a past felony conviction for which she served…
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Secretary of education says Virginia will ‘move the achievement needle forward’
Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s administration is focused on early education and college and career readiness, two of several academic priorities ahead of the state’s next legislative session. Starting in January, the executive branch and lawmakers are expected to discuss a slate of…
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Chesterfield County school board race raises questions over candidates’ experience, social stances
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. – On a recent Saturday, volunteers from Chesterfield County’s Republican and Democratic parties spent the crisp autumn morning handing out yard signs, sample ballots and campaign flyers outside the North Courthouse Road Library, a space temporarily…
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Virginia advanced manufacturing hub receives $24.8M federal grant and more headlines
• “Virginia advanced manufacturing hub receives $24.8M federal grant.” — Virginia Business • “Virginia accounts for some of the nation’s biggest losses of forest, report says.” — WHRO • “Voters in Virginia’s 5th District cite affordability, education as top issues.” — WDBJ7 •…
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Where are the tightest races for US House control right now? Here’s the rundown.
WASHINGTON — Communities throughout the country have been inundated with television ads and outside spending as politicians try to spur voter turnout in the most competitive U.S. House races in Tuesday’s midterm elections. The focus on a short list of campaigns highlights how…
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From ‘Dopesick’ to the campaign trail: Beth Macy takes on Ben Cline in Virginia’s 6th District
Beth Macy never expected to trade journalism for politics. But when protesters outside U.S. Rep. Ben Cline’s Roanoke office began urging her to challenge the Republican incumbent from Botetourt County, she found herself reconsidering her plans for the future. “I’m like, no, I’m…
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Dominion asks SCC to recoup RGGI costs from customers, adding up to $13 to bills monthly
This summer, Dominion Energy rejoined the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, a carbon market designed to offset carbon emissions. Former Gov. Glenn Youngkin yanked Virginia from RGGI in 2023 and in her first speech to lawmakers in January, Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced the…
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Commentary: Are sales taxes the fairest way to fund improved schools? 47 localities are asking voters to decide.
Amid lingering inflation from high fuel prices, 47 Virginia localities are about to ask their residents to vote on Tuesday for a ballot question that will make every retail purchase they make near their homes costlier. Interesting timing to say the least. But that doesn’t make…
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Military vets compete for Virginia seat in Navy’s backyard and more state headlines
• “Military vets compete for Virginia seat in Navy’s backyard.” — Bloomberg • “Iran war and cost-of-living take center stage in Virginia congressional race.” — PBS • “Trump cuts slashed $156 million in Virginia solar funding. What’s next?” — WHRO • “Virginia voters to decide on…
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Time for change? Permanent daylight saving time bill awaiting US Senate action
Most of the nation returns to standard time Sunday morning, and Congress could decide as early as next month whether it will be the last time people have to change their clocks. President Donald Trump wants year-round daylight saving time. The U.S. House voted overwhelmingly in…
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Wittman’s defense industry ties draw scrutiny as he seeks Armed Services gavel
U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman has received tens of thousands of dollars in campaign contributions from defense contractors and reported stock holdings in companies with military ties, as he seeks another term representing Virginia in Congress and to become chairman of the powerful House…
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Virginia proposes shifting construction funds to tackle $1.7 Billion highway maintenance gap
As Virginia stares down a $1.7 billion highway-maintenance gap, the Commonwealth Transportation Board is considering a plan to close it by shifting funds away from construction and transportation projects. The plan introduced at the board’s Oct. 13 meeting proposes adding $239…
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If Virginians approve reproductive rights amendment, a hearing is set for Nov. 13 to challenge it
If Virginians approve a ballot referendum on Nov. 3 to permanently protect reproductive rights in the state’s constitution, the amendment will be challenged in court on Nov. 13. The case seeks a preliminary injunction to block the certification of the amendment referendum…