Trump, Virginia and Youngkin

Maddow Blog | Youngkin fails to stand up to Trump as federal cuts threaten thousands in Virginia
Rachel Maddow breaks down a dynamic at play within the Republican Party, as Trump's federal cuts threaten thousands in Virginia during a critical election year.
Youngkin commits support for fired federal workers while defending Trump cuts
Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) reassured Virginians who are losing their jobs as a result of the Trump administration’s federal workforce cuts that the state is “here to help” but defended President Donald Trump’s move as necessary to reduce government “bloat.
Virginia governor pressed to support federal workers and contractors
Fairfax County's board of supervisors chairman says the Trump administration's proposed workforce reductions threaten Virginia's economy and wants Gov. Youngkin to take action.
Youngkin promises help for federal workers but defends Trump job cuts
In his first extended remarks on the Trump cuts, Youngkin acknowledges many are anxious but says the process is needed and that state help is coming.
Under Trump, D.C. Faces More Federal Control, Fewer Federal Workers
The Washington region is bracing for a shock to the local economy from President Trump and Elon Musk’s sweeping cuts to the government work force.
Virginia lawmakers have mixed reactions to Trump administration's federal workforce cuts
Virginia, home to over 144,000 civilian federal employees, is particularly vulnerable to the impact of these layoffs.
Virginia's Democratic Party chairwoman says Youngkin administration is falling short at supporting federal workers amid cutbacks
Chairwoman Susan Swecker says the Gov. Glenn Youngkin could learn from the example being set in neighboring Maryland.
‘No kings on President’s Day:’ Hundreds gather to protest Trump at Virginia State Capitol
Hundreds protested at the VA State Capitol on Presidents Day, denouncing Trump, Project 2025 and more as part of the growing ...
Trump says he’s considering buying used planes to serve as Air Force One amid Boeing delays
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Wednesday he is considering buying used Boeing aircraft — perhaps from an ...
Trump says Ukraine started the war that’s killing its citizens. What are the facts?
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — President Donald Trump this week falsely blamed Ukraine for starting the war that has cost tens of ...
U-Va. board calls ‘special meeting’ over gender care after Trump, court orders
The UVA board meeting comes after federal judges temporarily halted the Trump executive order, allowing UVA Health to resume providing gender transition care to youth.
West Virginia waiting on emergency disaster declaration after flooding
West Virginia is still waiting on approval from the federal government for an emergency disaster declaration filed by Gov.
People in Virginia Beach prepare for the snow
From empty shelves at grocery stores to school closings, people across Hampton Roads are prepping for the snow in many ...
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Va. teacher diversity grants, training under review for federal compliance
A 2021 state law requires anyone seeking a teaching license to complete “cultural competency” training. The state budget, ...
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Trump appoints Maryland, Virginia governors to Council of Governors
President Donald Trump on Wednesday appointed Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to serve on ...