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- December 13, 2024
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Report: Pelosi ‘Actively Working to Tank’ AOC’s Bid To Lead Congressional Committee

Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is reportedly “actively working to tank” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s (D-N.Y.) bid to serve as the ranking member of the House Oversight Committee. AOC is reportedly trying to position herself to take over as chair when Democrats take back the lower chamber of Congress. From Punchbowl News’ midday newsletter: […]

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- November 7, 2024
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Connolly Announces Cancer Diagnosis After Reelection Victory

Washington, D.C. — Rep. Gerry Connolly, a Democrat representing Virginia‘s 11th District, announced a recent esophageal cancer diagnosis earlier on Thursday after securing his ninth consecutive term in Congress. The diagnosis, shared in a letter to his constituents, came as a “surprise,” as Connolly reported minimal symptoms prior to the discovery. He plans to begin chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments immediately. […]

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- May 15, 2023
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Rep. Connolly’s Staffers Attacked In District Office

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Two staffers in Rep. Gerry Connolly‘s (D) Virginia office have been rushed to the hospital after being attacked on Monday. Connolly, who represents Virginia’s 11th Congressional District, said the assailant asked for him before attacking his staffers. The attacker reportedly entered the Virginia office while wielding a baseball bat and “committed an act of violence.” […]

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- May 5, 2022
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Northern Virginia Housing Project Gets A $55 Million Boost From Amazon

Amazon’s Housing Equity Fund has committed $55 million to the Dominion Square affordable housing project in Fairfax County, Virginia. The plan calls for two high-rise apartment towers that will bring over 500 new affordable housing units within walking distance of a Silver Line Metro stop in Tysons. “In addition to that, this project will also […]

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- February 13, 2019
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In Leaked Email, Democratic Caucus Told Lawmakers to Dodge Questions on Fairfax Assault Allegations

Democratic lawmakers were advised to avoid answering direct questions about sexual assault allegations against Justin Fairfax, and whether they believe his accusers, according to an email leaked by a Democratic legislator to the New York Times.

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- February 13, 2019
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Democrats Pressured To Donate Northam Political Funds To National Slavery Museum

“It is incredibly hypocritical to call for Governor Northam’s resignation while at the same time spend all of his donations,” said RPV Chairman Jack Wilson.

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- February 8, 2019
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Failing To Resign, Gov. Northam Loses Support Of Virginia’s Democratic Delegation

Even though every member of his own party has called for his resignation, Governor Ralph Northam still remains in office.

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- August 30, 2017
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Op-Ed: While Americans Brave Hurricanes, Connolly Cannot Be Bothered For Veterans In The Rain

Democrat Gerry Connolly can’t stop haranguing Trump about Hurricane Harvey, but he can dodge American Foreign Legion 176 on account of a little bit of rain.

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