Tag: federal government
Walkinshaw launches congressional campaign
James Walkinshaw promises to work “to put the brakes on the dangerous and reckless Trump administration,” if elected to Congress. Walkinshaw represents the Braddock District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. He is one of nine candidates running in a Democratic Primary for the vacant House seat formerly held by Rep. Gerry Connolly, who … Continued
Residents show their support for the Constitution at ‘No Kings Day’ protests
While President Trump celebrated his birthday with a military parade in D.C. on June 14, protesters gathered in Annandale, Bailey’s Crossroads, and Falls Church as part of the nationwide No Kings protests against the overreach of the Trump administration. Local residents, armed with homemade signs and American flags, expressed anger at the Trump administration’s disregard … Continued
ICE arrests people at the Annandale Immigration Court
Four people were arrested by ICE on June 10 inside the immigration court in Annandale. They had been waiting for their cases to be heard, reports John Cano, a senior organizer with the Legal Aid Justice Center. The Annandale Immigration Court, located at 7619 Little River Turnpike, is a branch of the U.S. Department of … Continued
Details set for primaries for special election
Both Democratic and Republican committees for the 11th Congressional District have announced details for their Primary elections. Meanwhile, more candidates have launched campaigns to fill the vacant 11th district seat formerly held by Rep. Gerry Connolly. Gov. Glenn Youngkin set the special election for Sept. 9. The primaries are run by political parties, not the … Continued
Democrats schedule firehouse primary for 11th congressional district
The 11th Congressional District Democratic Committee issued a “call to caucus,” scheduling a firehouse primary for Saturday, June 28, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., to select a Democratic nominee to fill the vacancy in Virginia’s 11th Congressional District. The committee hasn’t yet scheduled voting locations for the firehouse primary. To encourage greater participation, the committee has also … Continued
Tony Sabio launches a campaign challenging Rep. Don Beyer
Anthony “Tony” Sabio, a Republican originally from Puerto Rico, launched a campaign to challenge Rep. Don Beyer for Virginia’s 8th Congressional District. “I’m running for Congress because it’s time to restore common sense, courage, and accountability to Washington,” Sabio announced March 27. “The people of Northern Virginia are tired of partisan soundbites and political games. … Continued
State Sen. Pekarsky announces run for Congress
Stella Pekarsky, a Democratic state senator, has joined the race to succeed Rep. Gerry Connolly in Virginia’s 11th congressional district. Connolly, a member of Congress since 2008, announced earlier this year that he won’t run for re-election, citing health reasons. James Walkinshaw, a member of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (Braddock) and a former … Continued
Supervisor Walkinshaw is running for Congress
James Walkinshaw, the Braddock representative on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, is running for Congress, for the seat currently held by Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-11th District). Connolly is not running for re-election due to health reasons. He announced April 28 that his esophageal cancer has returned, stating, “The sun is setting on my time … Continued
REAL ID requirement takes effect May 7
Beginning Wednesday, May 7, you’re going to need a REAL ID to board a domestic flight or enter federal facilities or military bases. A REAL ID is an optional, upgraded version of your driver’s license that has a star in the upper right corner. You can get one at any Department of Motor Vehicles customer … Continued
Rep. Connolly will not seek re-election
Rep. Gerry Connolly will not seek re-election due to a recurrence of esophageal cancer. “When I announced my diagnosis six months ago, I promised transparency. After grueling treatments, we’ve learned that the cancer, while initially beaten back, has now returned,” Connolly stated on X on April 28. “The sun is setting on my time in … Continued
Visas revoked for GMU students
The U.S. government has terminated or revoked student visas for 15 international students at George Mason University. “These terminations have occurred without involvement of or prior notice to the university,” states a announcement on the GMU website signed by GMU President Gregory Washington and Vice President for University Life Rose Pascarell. “As we seek to learn … Continued
Federal job cuts will devastate the Fairfax County economy
The economic impact of the federal workforce cuts will be far worse than previously expected. The ripple effect of a 20 percent reduction in the federal workforce could result in a $20 billion hit on Fairfax County, Stephen Tarditi, director of market intelligence at the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, told the Board of Supervisors’ … Continued
Editorial: The cuts are hitting home
By Michelle Rosenfeld, Annandale resident If you live in Annandale, recent actions from the federal government aren’t some far-off political drama – they’re personal. Your neighbors are being laid off. Lifesaving research is being defunded. Families are being torn apart by mass deportations. These decisions affect our schools, our hospitals, our construction sites, our economy, … Continued
NOVA offers free job training to unemployed federal workers
Northern Virginia Community College on March 13 announced a free training program to help unemployed federal workers and contractors transition to new careers. The NOVA New Employment, Exploration and Transition (NOVAnext) program will provide scholarships to allow approved participants to enroll in one of 14 courses at no charge and access NOVA-sponsored online workshops on resume-writing … Continued
Fired federal workers worry about financial security in a tight job market
Federal workers who’ve been fired, or expect to be, are angry, confused, and worried about making ends meet. Hundreds of people came to a resource fair for federal workers and contractors hosted by Rep. Don Beyer on March 8, and several of them shared their stories with Annandale Today. Lives upended A federal contractor worker … Continued