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In newly Democratic Virginia, immigration enforcement becomes early test for Spanberger

The governor moves to curb state cooperation with ICE as advocates warn existing agreements remain and Republicans argue the change risks public safety

Richmond resident Violeta Vega holds a sign at a rally in Richmond on Jan. 23, 2026 to protest President Donald Trump’s ramp up of U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement. (Photo by Charlotte Rene Woods/Virginia Mercury)

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