In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Princess Harrell of WJLA, covering Abigail Spanberger's "Growing Virginia Plan."

Tyler Englander of WRIC,  covering disputes over the number of Virginians who will be affected by federal Medicaid changes.

Cameron Thompson of WTVR, covering the debate over whether Virginia's elections should remain off-year elections.

Plus: split-ticket elections, Governor Wilder's predictions, and lowering the voting age.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Charlotte Rene Woods of the Virginia Mercury, covering the status of Virginia's corrections ombudsman office, one year after its creation.

Olivia Diaz of the Associated Press, covering Google partnering with Governor Youngkin to offer AI training to Virginia job-seekers.

Whittney Evans of VPM News, covering how ballot initiatives and recalls work in Virginia.

Plus: federal cuts to public radio, the effect of the Big Beautiful Bill, and what candidates for statewide office are reading this summer.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Kate Seltzer of the Virginian-Pilot, covering the Virginia Homeland Security Task Force's reported arrest of 2500 people.

Andrew Kerley of the Commonwealth Times, covering Senate Democrats considering blocking more of Governor Youngkin's university board.

Dean Mirshahi of VPM News, covering the continued delay of Richmond's civilian police review board.

Plus: avoiding questions, withheld diplomas, and city council meeting woes.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Lauren Burke of Black Virginia News (and formerly Pod Virginia), covering last week's Republican unity event--and whether it dispelled rumors of internal tensions.

Chris Saxman of the VIP Podcast, covering the impact of the Big Beautiful Bill on Virginians and upcoming elections.

Rich Meagher of RVA's Got Issues, covering meetings in Richmond and Henrico County to create a regional approach to local water issues.

Plus the summertime money crunch, campaign finance audits, and candidate walk-on music.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Anna Bryson of the Richmond Times-Dispatch, covering Virginia's GOP ticket holding its first united rally of the campaign.

Brandon Jarvis of the Virginia Scope, covering ICE agents operating out of the Chesterfield court house.

Brad Kutner of Radio IQ, covering how the candidates for governor respond to an immigrant mother concerned about deportation.

Plus: UVA President Jim Ryan's resignation, campaign mishaps for Winsome Earle-Sears, and the continuing battle between Clean Virginia and Dominion Energy.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Shannon Heckt of the Virginia Mercury, covering Virginia's patchwork data center regulation policies.

Graham Moomaw of the Richmonder, covering how Richmond voters overwhelmingly voted against their former mayor, Levar Stoney.

Teo Armus of the Washington Post, covering some of the top takeaways from last week's primaries.

Plus: man-on-the-street interviews, special primary elections, and using AI to inform voting decisions.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of ⁠The Virginia Press Room⁠, Michael Pope is joined by political analyst Sam Shirazi to break down the results from Tuesday's primaries.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by ⁠VPM ⁠and the ⁠Virginia Public Access Project⁠, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Margaret Barthel of WAMU, covering what the candidates for lieutenant governor and attorney general have to say about policy issues.

Ryan Murphy of WHRO, covering local primary races that are heating up in Hampton Roads.

Jahd Khalil of VPM News, covering how the candidates for lieutenant governor envision their job description. 

Plus: a shift away from NoVA candidates, campaign yard signs, and Dominion Energy versus Clean Virginia.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Sabrina Moreno of Axios Richmond, covering why Virginia is a hotspot for immigration enforcement.

Michael O'Connor of the Virginia Dogwood, covering how federal Medicaid cuts will affect Virginians' coverage and home healthcare workers.

Michael Martz of the Richmond Times-Dispatch, covering the continued uncertainty around President Trump's tariffs.

Plus: difficulty covering campaigns, the cost of the Richmond water crisis, and whether the car tax is ever going away.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:

Elizabeth Beyer of Cardinal News, covering the competition to decide the next U.S. Attorney for Virginia's Western District.

Tyler Englander of WRIC, covering DHS' list of sanctuary cities, including several conservative Virginia counties.

Chris Suarez of VPM News, covering Richmond's second water crisis.

Plus: lingering tensions on the Republican ticket, a lack of FEMA money for flood-struck Virginians, and what it means to be the lieutenant governor.

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps.The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping communities across the commonwealth from the people who know it best, helping listeners stay informed about what’s happening in their state from the halls of the Capitol to their local neighborhoods.