Politics

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin Pushes for Early Voting Ahead of State Elections

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has launched the "Secure Your Vote" program, which seeks to encourage Republicans to take advantage of the state's eased early voting laws. The initiative aims to increase participation in the permanent absentee voting list, which provides automatic mailing of ballots each election cycle. With the Virginia General Assembly elections approaching, the GOP is focusing on early and mail voting to maximize voter engagement and address concerns surrounding the state's election system.Governor Youngkin emphasized the importance of proactive...

By Williamsburg Sun | Sep 7, 2023

Politics

CIA trainee's sexual assault conviction triggers wave of women charging widespread abuse within agency

The conviction of a CIA officer trainee for sexually assaulting a female colleague in a secluded stairwell at the agency's Virginia headquarters has prompted dozens of women to come forward, shedding light on what the victim's attorney called "a gigantic problem at the agency. The case has ignited a debate about the culture of secrecy and silence surrounding such incidents within the CIA.

By Williamsburg Sun Report | Aug 28, 2023