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Senate votes to block tariffs on Brazil. It shows some pushback to Trump trade policy
Read full article: Senate votes to block tariffs on Brazil. It shows some pushback to Trump trade policyThe Senate approved a resolution Tuesday evening that would nullify President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Brazil, including oil, coffee and orange juice, as Democrats test GOP senators’ support for Trump’s trade policy.
Vice President Vance says troops will be paid as pressure builds on Congress to end the shutdown
Read full article: Vice President Vance says troops will be paid as pressure builds on Congress to end the shutdownVice President JD Vance says that he believes U.S. military members will be paid at the end of the week as the Trump administration reconfigures funding in the second-longest government shutdown.
Shutdowns began as a way to enforce federal law. Now Trump is using it to take more power
Read full article: Shutdowns began as a way to enforce federal law. Now Trump is using it to take more powerThe government shutdown is quickly becoming a way for President Donald Trump to exercise new command over the government.
What lawmakers are saying about Trump's demolition of the East Wing
Read full article: What lawmakers are saying about Trump's demolition of the East WingMembers of Congress are divided largely along party lines on the demolition of the East Wing of the White House to make room for a 90,000-square-foot ballroom that President Donald Trump wants to build.
WATCH: Virginia community health centers face funding crisis
Read full article: WATCH: Virginia community health centers face funding crisisAs federal healthcare tax credits are set to expire, Virginia community health centers are warning of a crisis that could leave thousands without access to basic care.
A timeline of US attacks off South America and what Congress has had to say
Read full article: A timeline of US attacks off South America and what Congress has had to sayIn less than two months, President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth say, the U.S. military has killed at least 61 people in strikes against drug-smuggling vessels off the South American coast.
Virginia ranks sixth most impacted by government shutdown as officials call for quick action
Read full article: Virginia ranks sixth most impacted by government shutdown as officials call for quick actionAs the government shutdown hits day 15, Virginia ranks sixth among the states most affected due to federal jobs, contract dollars and access to national parks.
Democrats say they won't be intimidated by Trump's threats as the shutdown enters a third week
Read full article: Democrats say they won't be intimidated by Trump's threats as the shutdown enters a third weekThe government shutdown is entering a third week, and Democrats say they're not intimidated by President Donald Trump’s efforts to fire thousands of federal workers or by his threats of more firings to come.
US Senate unanimously endorses repeal of 2002 Iraq war resolution
Read full article: US Senate unanimously endorses repeal of 2002 Iraq war resolutionThe Senate has voted to repeal the resolution that authorized the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq, following a House vote last month that would return the basic war power to Congress more than two decades later.
Candidates in Virginia governor's debate clash over shutdown and violent rhetoric
Read full article: Candidates in Virginia governor's debate clash over shutdown and violent rhetoricRepublican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger have faced off on the debate stage in Virginia’s high-stakes governor's race.
Senate Republicans vote down legislation to check Trump's use of war powers against cartels
Read full article: Senate Republicans vote down legislation to check Trump's use of war powers against cartelsSenate Republicans have voted down legislation that would have put a check on President Donald Trump’s ability to use deadly military force against drug cartels.
Government shutdown threatens WIC funding, support groups sound alarm
Read full article: Government shutdown threatens WIC funding, support groups sound alarmThe National WIC Association says there’s about one to two weeks left of funding, which a Trump administration official confirmed this afternoon.
Over 50 affordable housing units under construction in Richmond church’s backyard
Read full article: Over 50 affordable housing units under construction in Richmond church’s backyardRichmond leaders and members of St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church are coming together to address the need for affordable housing.
Trump nominates White House aide to be top US prosecutor for office probing Letitia James
Read full article: Trump nominates White House aide to be top US prosecutor for office probing Letitia JamesPresident Donald Trump has announced his nomination of Lindsey Halligan as the top federal prosecutor for the Eastern District of Virginia.
Vessel struck by US military off Venezuela was heading back to shore, AP sources say
Read full article: Vessel struck by US military off Venezuela was heading back to shore, AP sources sayThe U.S. military strike on what the Trump administration says was a drug-carrying speedboat from Venezuela came after the vessel had turned around and was headed back to shore.
Republicans, Democrats alike exhort Trump: Keep security pact with Australia and UK alive
Read full article: Republicans, Democrats alike exhort Trump: Keep security pact with Australia and UK aliveU.S. lawmakers are urging the Trump administration to maintain a security partnership with Australia and the United Kingdom to supply nuclear-powered submarines.
Republican Senate candidates seeking to replace McConnell aim to define themselves at Fancy Farm
Read full article: Republican Senate candidates seeking to replace McConnell aim to define themselves at Fancy FarmThree Republicans competing to succeed longtime Sen. Mitch McConnell tried to define themselves before the political attacks that could come Saturday when they share the stage at the Fancy Farm picnic.
Trump says US will partner with Israel to run additional food centers in Gaza, but details are scant
Read full article: Trump says US will partner with Israel to run additional food centers in Gaza, but details are scantPresident Donald Trump says the U.S. will partner with Israel to run new food centers in Gaza.
WATCH: Virginia Lawmakers speak out on holds for federal schools funding
Read full article: WATCH: Virginia Lawmakers speak out on holds for federal schools fundingMore than $6 billion in federal education funding remains on hold by the Trump administration and could impact programs in Southwest Virginia.
Roanoke Airport one of seven Virginia airports to receive federal funding for infrastructure improvements
Read full article: Roanoke Airport one of seven Virginia airports to receive federal funding for infrastructure improvementsSenators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced $5,058,755 in federal funding to support infrastructure improvements at seven airports across Virginia, including Roanoke Regional Airport.
Senate rejects effort to restrain Trump on Iran as GOP backs his strikes on nuclear sites
Read full article: Senate rejects effort to restrain Trump on Iran as GOP backs his strikes on nuclear sitesDemocratic efforts in the Senate to prevent President Donald Trump from further escalating with Iran have fallen short.
Senators diverge sharply on damage done by Iran strikes after classified briefing
Read full article: Senators diverge sharply on damage done by Iran strikes after classified briefingSenators are emerging from a classified briefing with sharply diverging assessments of President Donald Trump’s bombing of three Iranian nuclear sites.
Trump's go-it-alone strategy on Iran risks dividing an already split Congress
Read full article: Trump's go-it-alone strategy on Iran risks dividing an already split CongressPresident Donald Trump’s decision to launch a military strike on Iran’s nuclear sites without fully consulting the U.S. Congress is layering a partisan approach onto a risky action.
10 News Political Analyst breaks down the response to strikes on Iran
Read full article: 10 News Political Analyst breaks down the response to strikes on IranThe U.S. Military’s strikes on Iran drew criticism from lawmakers, including Virginia’s two U.S. Senators. Here's what 10 News Political Analyst Ed Lynch had to say about the strikes.
Virginia lawmakers react to U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear bases
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers react to U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear basesThe strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities received mixed responses from local lawmakers. The decision garnered criticism from Democrats such as Sen. Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, but was praised by Republican representatives, as well as Gov. Youngkin.
The Latest: Trump to leave the G7 early because of intensifying Iran-Israel conflict
Read full article: The Latest: Trump to leave the G7 early because of intensifying Iran-Israel conflictPresident Donald Trump will depart the G7 summit in Canada to Washington on Monday night, a day earlier than planned, due to the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran.
Sen. Kaine announces the filing of a war powers resolution to prevent war with Iran
Read full article: Sen. Kaine announces the filing of a war powers resolution to prevent war with IranU.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), who serves on both the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees, has introduced a war powers resolution aimed at addressing the growing violence in the Middle East.
Trump says Iran has 'second chance' to come to nuclear deal as Israel and Iran exchange blows
Read full article: Trump says Iran has 'second chance' to come to nuclear deal as Israel and Iran exchange blowsPresident Donald Trump is urging Iran to make a nuclear deal now that Israel has launched strikes against the country.
'Shocked' and 'sickened' Democrats react with fury to video of Padilla's removal
Read full article: 'Shocked' and 'sickened' Democrats react with fury to video of Padilla's removalSenate Democrats were shaken to the core after seeing videos of officers aggressively pushing California Sen. Alex Padilla out of a press conference with the Homeland Security secretary and eventually restraining him on the floor outside the room.
Local leaders respond to “Sanctuary Jurisdiction” allegations
Read full article: Local leaders respond to “Sanctuary Jurisdiction” allegationsIn a now deleted list released by the Department of Homeland Security, several localities, including the cities of Martinsville and Lynchburg and several local counties, were listed as sanctuary jurisdictions. A term used to describe localities that are not cooperating to the fullest extent with the federal government’s efforts to deport illegal immigrants.
Rubio defends Trump's foreign policy as Democrats press him on Gaza aid and white South Africans
Read full article: Rubio defends Trump's foreign policy as Democrats press him on Gaza aid and white South AfricansSecretary of State Marco Rubio and Democratic senators have sparred over a wide range of the Trump administration’s foreign policies: Ukraine and Russia, the Middle East, Latin America, the slashing of the U.S. foreign assistance budget, refugee admissions and more.
Senate rejects Democratic measure to force more transparency on deportations to El Salvador
Read full article: Senate rejects Democratic measure to force more transparency on deportations to El SalvadorSenate Republicans have blocked a Democratic resolution to require more transparency from the Trump administration about deportations to El Salvador.
The Latest: Trump floats cutting China tariffs to 80% ahead of weekend meeting
Read full article: The Latest: Trump floats cutting China tariffs to 80% ahead of weekend meetingPresident Donald Trump on Friday floated cutting tariffs on China to 80% ahead of a weekend meeting as he looks to de-escalate the trade war.
Senate Democrats plan to force a vote on resolution for transparency on deportations to El Salvador
Read full article: Senate Democrats plan to force a vote on resolution for transparency on deportations to El SalvadorSenate Democrats plan to force a vote in the coming weeks on a resolution to require more transparency from President Donald Trump’s administration about deportations to El Salvador.
WATCH: Senator Tim Kaine on loss of Pope Francis
Read full article: WATCH: Senator Tim Kaine on loss of Pope FrancisSenator Tim Kaine reflected, on the loss of Pope Francis on his Facebook page Monday. The senator remembered meeting the Pope in Rome where they spoke in Spanish about the need to provide hospitality to refugees. What happened next is something that sticks with him to this day.
Measuring the cost of extending Trump's tax cuts becomes a flashpoint in Congress
Read full article: Measuring the cost of extending Trump's tax cuts becomes a flashpoint in CongressAn obscure bookkeeping matter has become the latest flashpoint in Congress as Democrats accuse Republicans of violating Senate norms.
Answering your questions about President Trump's vast new tariffs
Read full article: Answering your questions about President Trump's vast new tariffsAfter weeks of anticipation and speculation, President Donald Trump followed through on his reciprocal tariff threats by declaring a 10% baseline tax on imports from all countries and higher tariff rates on dozens of nations that run trade surpluses with the United States.
Senate rebukes Trump’s tariffs as some Republicans vote to halt taxes on Canadian imports
Read full article: Senate rebukes Trump’s tariffs as some Republicans vote to halt taxes on Canadian importsThe Senate has passed a resolution that would thwart President Donald Trump’s ability to impose tariffs on Canada.
A Senate vote to reverse Trump's tariffs on Canada tests Republican support
Read full article: A Senate vote to reverse Trump's tariffs on Canada tests Republican supportWith President Donald Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” of tariff implementation fast approaching, Senate Democrats are putting Republican support for some of those plans to the test by forcing a vote to nullify the emergency declaration that underpins the tariffs on Canada.
How this auto union leader's support for Trump's tariffs scrambled labor politics again
Read full article: How this auto union leader's support for Trump's tariffs scrambled labor politics againPresident Donald Trump has once again scrambled the politics of organized labor and the working class with his planned tariffs on auto imports.
Virginia lawmakers react to executive order ordering the closure of the Department of Education
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers react to executive order ordering the closure of the Department of EducationLocal lawmakers issued statements regarding President Trump's recent executive order that ordered the closure of the Department of Education.
Virginia lawmakers react to Trump-backed CR, following worries of a government shutdown
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers react to Trump-backed CR, following worries of a government shutdownLocal Representatives Ben Cline, Morgan Griffith, and John McGuire, as well as U.S. Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner are reacting to the recent passing of the Trump-backed CR.
Close calls at Washington DC airport raise questions about why changes weren't made before crash
Read full article: Close calls at Washington DC airport raise questions about why changes weren't made before crashThe investigation into a January midair collision that killed 67 people near Washington, D.
Trump order denies student loan relief to nonprofit workers engaged in 'improper' activity
Read full article: Trump order denies student loan relief to nonprofit workers engaged in 'improper' activityPresident Donald Trump is ordering changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that would disqualify workers of nonprofit groups deemed to have engaged in “improper” activities.
WATCH: Virginia lawmakers working to get winter weather disaster relief
Read full article: WATCH: Virginia lawmakers working to get winter weather disaster reliefParts of Southwest Virginia are still reeling from this weekend’s storms that brought flooding to areas already impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Virginia lawmakers react to President Trump’s tariffs
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers react to President Trump’s tariffsOn Saturday, President Trump signed an order that imposes significant tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China. In Virginia, various local lawmakers made statements regarding the legislation.
Conspiracies, espionage, an enemies list: Takeaways from a wild day of confirmation hearings
Read full article: Conspiracies, espionage, an enemies list: Takeaways from a wild day of confirmation hearingsPresident Donald Trump’s most controversial Cabinet nominees have flooded the zone in back-to-back-to-back confirmation hearings.
A Democratic Party in crisis will elect its new chairman on Saturday
Read full article: A Democratic Party in crisis will elect its new chairman on SaturdayThe Democratic National Committee will elect a new chair Saturday as it tries to guide Democrats through Republican Donald Trump’s second presidency.
Many Democrats don't think they'll see a woman become president, AP-NORC poll finds
Read full article: Many Democrats don't think they'll see a woman become president, AP-NORC poll findsAn increasing number of Democrats are questioning whether their party’s commitment to diverse candidates, especially women, may lead to more political struggles in the Trump era.
Incumbent Tim Kaine projected to hold onto Virginia’s U.S. Senate seat, defeating Hung Cao
Read full article: Incumbent Tim Kaine projected to hold onto Virginia’s U.S. Senate seat, defeating Hung CaoIncumbent Tim Kaine is projected to hold onto the U.S. Senate seat for Virginia, defeating Republican opponent Hung Cao.
Harris leads Trump by 10 points in Roanoke College’s latest poll
Read full article: Harris leads Trump by 10 points in Roanoke College’s latest pollRoanoke College released a poll on Aug. 2 that asked likely Virginian voters multiple questions regarding their opinions on candidates, who they would vote for, if they feel the country is on the right path, among others.
Kaine and Cao face off in only debate of campaign for US Senate seat from Virginia
Read full article: Kaine and Cao face off in only debate of campaign for US Senate seat from VirginiaU.S. Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia and Republican challenger Hung Cao have gone toe to toe in their only debate of the campaign over issues from illegal immigration to tariffs on foreign goods.
What to watch as JD Vance and Tim Walz meet for a vice presidential debate
Read full article: What to watch as JD Vance and Tim Walz meet for a vice presidential debateThe vice presidential debate between Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz will bring together undercards who have spent two months going after each other and the top of each ticket.
Parade of Opinions: Politicians march to the beat of Election season at the Buena Vista Labor Day Parade
Read full article: Parade of Opinions: Politicians march to the beat of Election season at the Buena Vista Labor Day ParadePoliticians from both parties used the Buena Vista Labor Day Parade to rally support and emphasize the importance of voter participation ahead of the upcoming election.
WATCH: New Roanoke College poll gives Kamala Harris lead over Donald Trump in Virginia
Read full article: WATCH: New Roanoke College poll gives Kamala Harris lead over Donald Trump in VirginiaA new Roanoke College poll gives Vice President Kamala Harris a slim three-point lead over former President Donald Trump in Virginia.
Virginia senators celebrate passage of bill to rename Lynchburg VA Clinic after Desmond Doss
Read full article: Virginia senators celebrate passage of bill to rename Lynchburg VA Clinic after Desmond DossVirginia senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine recently celebrated the unanimous Senate passage of their proposed bill to rename the Lynchburg VA Clinic after the war hero Desmond T. Doss.
Senators Kaine, Warner vote to advance the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act
Read full article: Senators Kaine, Warner vote to advance the Kids Online Safety and Privacy ActLast Thursday, Virginia Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine released statements regarding the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act, a piece of legislation they both cosponsored. It is set to receive a final vote in the Senate next week.
Volvo operations in the New River Valley to receive federal funding for upgrades
Read full article: Volvo operations in the New River Valley to receive federal funding for upgradesThe Department of Energy announced that Mack and Volvo Trucks will be awarded over $208 million in federal funding through the Domestic Manufacturing Conversion and Grant Program.
Cliffhanger congressional contest between Bob Good and John McGuire tests power of Trump endorsement
Read full article: Cliffhanger congressional contest between Bob Good and John McGuire tests power of Trump endorsementOne of America’s most conservative congressmen is locked in a tight renomination battle against an opponent endorsed by former President Donald Trump in Virginia.
Virginia Senators Kaine, Warner working to ensure access to in-vitro fertilization
Read full article: Virginia Senators Kaine, Warner working to ensure access to in-vitro fertilizationSenator Kaine and Mark Warner are working to advance the Right to IVF Act. The Senate is expected to vote soon on the legislation that would protect and expand access to IVF nationwide.
Navy vet has Trump's nod ahead of Virginia's US Senate primary, targets Tim Kaine in uphill battle
Read full article: Navy vet has Trump's nod ahead of Virginia's US Senate primary, targets Tim Kaine in uphill battlePolitical observers have already placed their bets on U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, predicting the Democrat will win his third term in November.
Parts of the Affordable Connectivity program expired, leaving thousands of Virginians with higher internet bills
Read full article: Parts of the Affordable Connectivity program expired, leaving thousands of Virginians with higher internet billsBroadband internet is a need all across rural America, and with parts of the Affordable Connectivity program now expired, thousands of Virginians could have higher monthly internet bills.
Senators Kaine, Warner secure nearly $100 million for affordable housing, homelessness
Read full article: Senators Kaine, Warner secure nearly $100 million for affordable housing, homelessnessNearly $100 million is headed to the Commonwealth to fund affordable housing, community development, and homelessness.
Virginia legislators approve incentive for Lynchburg Lithium-ion manufacturing plant
Read full article: Virginia legislators approve incentive for Lynchburg Lithium-ion manufacturing plantA Virginia legislative panel has approved a state incentive package to bring a lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant to Lynchburg.
Virginia senators introduce gun safety bill on 17th anniversary of Virginia Tech shooting
Read full article: Virginia senators introduce gun safety bill on 17th anniversary of Virginia Tech shootingOn the 17th anniversary of the Virginia Tech shooting, Virginia senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine introduced a new bill to reduce gun violence across the nation.
Senator Tim Kaine introduces bill targeting new drug, tranq, being mixed with other narcotics
Read full article: Senator Tim Kaine introduces bill targeting new drug, tranq, being mixed with other narcoticsTranq is the street name for Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer that is now being found laced with other drugs.
State of the Union guests spotlight divide on abortion and immigration but offer some rare unity
Read full article: State of the Union guests spotlight divide on abortion and immigration but offer some rare unityThe guest list for President Joe Biden's State of the Union address speaks volumes about what Democrats and Republicans want to focus on as the 2024 election season heats up.
Biden's closest allies are stepping up pressure on White House to do more to ease suffering in Gaza
Read full article: Biden's closest allies are stepping up pressure on White House to do more to ease suffering in GazaMore of President Joe Biden’s top Senate allies are demanding that the U.S. act directly to ease Palestinian civilian suffering in Gaza and are joining calls to cut military aid if Israel refuses to change course.
Virginia lawmakers cosponsor bill to protect IVF treatment following Alabama Supreme Court ruling
Read full article: Virginia lawmakers cosponsor bill to protect IVF treatment following Alabama Supreme Court rulingBoth Virginia Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner are sponsoring a bill to protect access to IVF treatment.
