Abigail Spanberger

Virginia

Gov. Spanberger Leads Virginia Economic Mission to United Kingdom, Italy and France

By Uriah Kiser
Spanberger

“Strengthening relationships with international employers, attracting new business investment and expanding economic opportunity in Virginia is the goal of a European trip this week by Gov. Abigail Spanberger,” The Center Square reported. The governor is joined by the secretaries of commerce and trade and of agriculture and forestry, along with officials from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership, Tourism Corporation and Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, and will attend the Farnborough International Airshow.

Existing Virginia employers with European roots include BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce from the United Kingdom, Selex Galileo from Italy and Airbus Group from France. The delegation is scheduled to return this weekend after meetings aimed at positioning the commonwealth as a top U.S. investment destination.

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Virginia

Virginia Loses More Jobs Than Any Other State, Ranks 48th in Growth

By Uriah Kiser
Photo: Spanberger Facebook page

“Over the past year, Virginia has lost more jobs than any other state,” Cardinal News reported. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows the Commonwealth shed 51,400 jobs from May 2025 to May 2026, with heavy losses in federal positions and professional services, placing it 48th nationally for job growth.

Northern Virginia communities, heavily tied to federal contracting, face heightened risks as manufacturing declines accelerate and a gap widens with neighboring North Carolina, despite Virginia’s solid CNBC business climate ranking.

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Virginia

Virginia Senate Proposes $1.7 Billion Data Center Generator Fee

By Potomac Local News
Photo: Spanberger Facebook page

“Virginia Senate leaders unveiled a budget proposal Tuesday that would raise an estimated $1.7 billion over two years through a new fee on data center generators,” The Center Square reported. The tiered impact fee on new generators would start Jan. 1 as part of unresolved budget negotiations with the House and Gov. Abigail Spanberger due by June 30.

The plan offers an alternative to phasing out sales tax exemptions for data centers, a key issue for Northern Virginia localities like Prince William and Stafford facing rapid industry growth and related infrastructure demands.

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Manassas

Spanberger Reappoints Manassas Micron Executive Delbert Parks to George Mason University Board of Visitors

By Potomac Local News
Delbert Parks, Vice President, Frontend Manufacturing Operations, MTV at Micron Technology

Governor Abigail Spanberger, Democrat, announced higher education board appointments on June 6, 2026, reappointing Delbert Parks of Manassas, Vice President at Micron Technology, to the George Mason University Board of Visitors.

Parks, a key leader at Micron’s Manassas facility, brings significant experience in local business and economic development back to the board. Potomac Local News has previously reported on Parks and Micron’s operations in Manassas, including the February 10, 2025, City Council decision to extend the company’s special semiconductor equipment tax incentive through 2035.

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News

Prince William’s Torian Holds Line on Virginia Budget

By Potomac Local News
Torian

“Our goal remains a responsible budget that lowers costs and invests in strong public schools, safe communities, affordable housing, quality healthcare, and economic opportunity – while protecting the Commonwealth’s fiscal strength,” WDBJ7 reported.

House Appropriations Chairman Delegate Luke Torian, who represents Prince William County, stressed the need for balance as budget talks stalled over data center tax policy with just days until the July 1 deadline. Tensions rose Friday amid disagreements between the Governor, House and Senate on the two-year spending plan.

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News

Virginia Assault Firearm Ban Faces Court Challenges

By Potomac Local News
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“The complaint says Virginia’s law amounts to what plaintiffs describe as a ‘flat prohibition’ on firearms and magazines commonly owned by law-abiding Americans for lawful purposes including self-defense,” The Center Square reported. “While the General Assembly chose not to adopt my amendment that specifically carves out certain firearms frequently used for hunting, I will work with the patrons to clarify this language,” Gov. Abigail Spanberger said in a statement released by the governor’s office.

The National Rifle Association, Firearms Policy Coalition and Second Amendment Foundation filed a federal lawsuit in the Eastern District of Virginia seeking to block Senate Bill 749 before its July 1 effective date. The measure bans import, manufacture, sale, purchase or transfer of certain semiautomatic firearms and magazines holding more than 15 rounds, with limited exceptions. Additional state court challenges have also been filed.

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News

Spanberger Vows Virginians Get Representation They Deserve

By Potomac Local News
Spanberger

“The Supreme Court of the United States has now joined the Supreme Court of Virginia in choosing to nullify an election and the votes of more than 3 million Virginians. These Virginians made their voices heard – casting their ballots in good faith to push back against a president who said he’s ‘entitled’ to more seats in Congress before voters go to the polls.” The Center Square reported.

“As governor, I will make sure voters know when and how to cast their votes this year. Because our votes are how we choose the representation we deserve.”

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Breaking News

Manassas Delegate Michelle Maldonado Resigns from Virginia House

By Potomac Local News
Virginia Delegate Michelle Maldonado (D) addressed the crowd, announcing her plans to introduce legislation to prevent domestic violence. [Photo: Alan Gloss]

Delegate Michelle Lopes Maldonado (D-Manassas) announced her resignation from the Virginia House of Delegates effective May 31, 2026, after more than four years representing House District 20.

In a formal letter dated May 4, 2026, and shared publicly on May 5, Maldonado tendered her resignation to the Speaker of the House. She described her service as “a profound honor” and expressed gratitude to constituents, fellow delegates, leadership, and community partners.

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