Virginia Politics and Governance

Gov. Abigail Spanberger defended her February directive rescinding the state's 287(g) agreement, saying "Virginia is not a sanctuary state — full stop," and clarifying the order bars state agencies like the State Police from entering into 287(g) pacts while allowing localities to do so; she also said the Department of Corrections continues to send monthly lists of noncitizens, joint task force cooperation remains intact, and Virginia will assist ICE when presented with judicial warrants. White House border adviser Tom Homan warned that restricting jail cooperation could prompt more ICE street operations, a Washington Post-Schar School poll showed 46% disapprove of Spanberger's job performance, and a separate bill on her desk would further limit 287(g) participation absent judge-signed warrants.