Democrats win big in historic election night
Democrats dominated up and down the ballot Tuesday in a sweeping referendum on President Donald Trump’s first year of his second term. The party’s statewide nominees won across the board,…
Four years after the red wave, Virginia Democrats seem poised to make their own statement
by Brandon Jarvis During the 2021 gubernatorial race, the Republican ticket brought out hundreds of supporters to a farm in rural Chesterfield with an atmosphere similar to that of the…
Obama talks values during campaign stop with Spanberger
by Brandon Jarvis Former President Barack Obama stumped for Democratic gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger in Norfolk on Saturday. He stressed to the crowd of thousands that Spanberger has the values…
Democrats in General Assembly advance redistricting legislation in first step of amending constitution
by Brandon Jarvis Democrats in the General Assembly passed a resolution that would leave open the possibility of redrawing Virginia’s congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The House…
Records dispute Jones’ claim he raised $500K in 24 hours after debate
by Brandon Jarvis New campaign finance reports bring into question Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones’ claim that he raised $500,000 within 24 hours of the debate on Oct. 16.…
Some details emerge, but Democratic redistricting plan still largely a mystery
by Brandon Jarvis The General Assembly convened Monday for a special session to begin the process to allow lawmakers to redistrict Virginia’s congressional boundaries ahead of the 2026 midterms. Democrats…
A Pro-Dominion Grassroots Group Has Financial Ties—to Dominion
By Charles Paullin October 23, 2025 This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for their…
Youngkin declares state of emergency over shutdown
Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency in Virginia in order to provide food to Virginians who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that will cease…
Democrats are calling legislators to Richmond for a special session ahead of Election Day
by Brandon Jarvis Democrats in the General Assembly are planning to summon legislators to Richmond next week for a special session meeting. Several sources confirmed to Virginia Scope on Wednesday…
Attorney general debate recap
Watch our recap of the attorney general debate with Anna Bryson of the Richmond Times-Dispatch and Sam Shirazi. Below, you can view an immediate response to the debate from state…