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Virginia Senate Democrats advanced a budget amendment that would boost legislators’ pay by about 278% (nearly 300%), as part of their budget package. Republicans criticized the move as unaffordable and potentially raising taxes, and the proposal would still need approval from the House and a governor’s signature to become law.
The White House publicly blasted Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger’s Democratic rebuttal to President Trump’s State of the Union, posting a sharp X message accusing Spanberger of sanctimony and undermining border security, as MAGA figures joined the backlash. Spanberger delivered the rebuttal from Williamsburg, framing Democratic priorities on affordability, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement, while Trump allies and MAGA commentators attacked her performance and background amid broader GOP scrutiny of her governorship.
Democrats have tapped Virginia congresswoman and former CIA officer Abigail Spanberger to deliver the party’s rebuttal to President Trump’s State of the Union address, with Senator Alex Padilla providing the Spanish-language response; Spanberger frames the moment as a test of accountability and a government that works for Americans.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger, chosen by House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to deliver the State of the Union rebuttal, will speak live from Colonial Williamsburg as a moderate, detail‑oriented voice expected to stress affordability, the “chaos” of the Trump era, and a call for concrete policy over slogans. The piece notes Spanberger’s blend of national stewardship (including her CIA background) with a focus on local Virginia concerns, and frames the address as a high‑stakes kickoff to Democrats’ midterm campaign amid intra‑party divisions and a prominent gerrymandering referendum in Virginia. She’s portrayed as a stark contrast to Trump and a unifying figure for a party trying to balance competing priorities.)
Famed actor Robert Duvall, who died on February 16, 2026, prized simple, down-home fare—especially ribeye steak—along with beef ribs and other comfort dishes enjoyed at Virginia eateries and with his Argentinian wife.
A Winter Storm Warning covers parts of Maryland and Northern Virginia from 3pm Sunday to 10am Monday, with 3–6 inches of snow (6–12 inches at elevations above 1,000 feet); a Winter Weather Advisory extends to DC, central/southern Maryland, and much of northern Virginia with 2–4 inches. Gusts up to 35 mph may cause blowing snow and slick roads, making Sunday evening into Monday morning travel hazardous; travelers are advised to slow down and carry emergency supplies.
The Justice Department fired its top federal prosecutor in Virginia in a management shakeup, occurring as Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche spoke to reporters about the department’s broader release of millions of Jeffrey Epstein documents.
Judge M. Hannah Lauck in Virginia appointed James W. Hundley as interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, replacing a Trump-era appointee, but Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche fired Hundley two hours later in a social-media post—marking the second such ouster this month and highlighting ongoing tensions between the federal judiciary and the DOJ over interim U.S. attorney appointments.
Hours after Eastern District of Virginia judges appointed James Hundley as interim U.S. attorney to replace Lindsey Halligan, the Justice Department said Hundley was fired, highlighting a clash between the DOJ and the White House. Deputy AG Todd Blanche publicly announced the firing on social media, and Halligan’s brief tenure followed controversial prosecutions that a federal court ruled were invalid, underscoring that EDVA judges have the authority to appoint a U.S. attorney until Senate confirmation.
A Virginia judge temporarily blocked Democrats' bid to place a redistricting referendum on the ballot, delivering a setback to their plan that would have affected four U.S. House seats.
A Virginia court issued a temporary restraining order blocking Democrats’ planned April referendum to redraw the state’s congressional maps, potentially derailing their bid to gain four U.S. House seats. The TRO, requested by the Republican National Committee and the National Republican Congressional Committee, lasts until March 18 while Democrats appeal. Early voting begins March 6, and the decision adds another legal hurdle in the broader national redistricting fight.
Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger is set to deliver the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address, signaling the party's messaging and policy criticisms.
A Virginia county judge briefly blocked the April 21 referendum on a Democratic constitutional amendment to let the General Assembly redraw congressional districts in response to mid-decade GOP gerrymandering, but the Virginia Supreme Court quickly overruled the ruling, allowing the vote to proceed. The measure, if approved by voters, could empower redistricting after other states engage in mid-decade redraws and potentially yield up to four new Democratic seats; early voting would begin in March.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will give the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address, with party leaders highlighting her national security background and public service. The nomination signals Democrats' effort to present a contrast on issues like lowering costs, protecting healthcare, and defending democracy as Trump delivers the address on Feb. 24. Spanberger, described as a former congresswoman and CIA officer and Virginia's first female governor, was selected to lead the rebuttal following a pattern of naming rising Democratic stars to deliver the response.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger will deliver the Democratic rebuttal to President Trump’s State of the Union in a prime-time slot, a high-stakes moment for Democrats as she outlines their vision ahead of the 2026 midterms. A former congresswoman who flipped Virginia to Democratic control, Spanberger is expected to emphasize lowering costs and delivering for Americans, with praise from Democratic leaders highlighting a clear contrast with Trump.