EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 22 MIN
The Local Political Battles Turning National Tides
from City Cast DC · host City Cast
Virginia made history this week, swearing in its first female governor. Democrats now hold the House, the Senate, and the governor’s office. A new legislative session is also getting underway, and from affordability issues to a major redistricting fight, there’s a lot on the agenda. Michael Pope of The Virginia Press Room Podcast and Virginia Public Radio joins us to explain this session. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 22nd episode: Folger Shakespeare Library Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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Virginia made history this week, swearing in its first female governor. Democrats now hold the House, the Senate, and the governor’s office. A new legislative session is also getting underway, and from affordability issues to a major redistricting fight, there’s a lot on the agenda. Michael Pope of The Virginia Press Room Podcast and Virginia Public Radio joins us to explain this session. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 22nd episode: Folger Shakespeare Library Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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