MONEY AND JOBS
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Youngkin touts strength of Virginia economy despite warning signs
Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin offered a rosy assessment of Virginia’s economy in Richmond on Wednesday while unveiling his proposed budget, but Democratic lawmakers disagreed with his assessment amid growing economic warning signs.
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Virginia shoppers pulling back on holiday spending
A new poll finds that Virginians are spending less this holiday season as they weigh economic concerns and elevated prices.
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Virginia union leader explains the boycott of Amazon, Home Depot, and Target
A national coalition that includes labor and civil rights groups is calling for a holiday boycott of some of America’s biggest retailers.
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Virginia can raise billions with new taxes on millionaires, report finds
The income of a public school teacher in Virginia is currently taxed at the same rate as the income of millionaire business executives. A new report makes the case for why that needs to change.
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Spanberger rallies Latino voters in Alexandria amid growing distrust of government, deportation fears
The impacts of the Trump administration’s mass deportation program mean fewer Latinos are showing up to their jobs while those who do risk being assaulted at work.
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Virginia families face increased hunger risk from government shutdown
Over 850,000 Virginians risk losing access to SNAP federal food assistance because of the government shutdown.
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Virginia’s economy slowing amid Trump-fueled uncertainty
The Trump administration’s mass federal layoffs are hurting Virginia’s economic growth.
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Report: Virginia Republican to get big tax cut from bill he helped pass
US Rep. Rob Wittman disputes the report’s claim that he will “see direct personal benefits” from President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.”
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Earle-Sears, Spanberger trade barbs as Virginia shutdown woes worsen
The Virginia gubernatorial debate showcased a contrast between how Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears approach different economic policy issues, including the government shutdown.
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Government shutdown could hurt Virginia workers
A government shutdown would mean some civilian federal workers and members of the military in Virginia would work without pay and possibly lead to air travel disruptions.
