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Trust dispute flares in Virginia governor’s race | Virginia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Shirleen Guerra | The Center Square – (The Center Square – ) 2025-04-18 11:38:00

(The Center Square) – Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earles-Sears accuses her Democratic opponent for governor, Abigail Spanberger of hiding a trust; Spanberger says it only holds her home—and ethics experts say she may not have needed to report it.

The Dispute centers on a home Spanberger and her husband placed in a trust in 2017, which her campaign says produced no income and was legally exempt from disclosure.

With both women vying to become Virginia’s first female governor, the accusation has quickly turned into a fight over ethics, transparency and what voters expect from their candidates.

“Members of Congress do not need to report assets from a non-income producing trust where they are an administrator that does not receive income or have any beneficial interest in the trust,” said Delaney Marsco, ethics director at the nonpartisan Campaign Legal Center.

“Personal residences that do not earn income are not required to be disclosed,” a campaign spokesperson said, “so Abigail did not disclose her family’s only home—as doing so would make their home address publicly available.”

They added that when the home was placed in a trust, “Abigail filed her disclosures in accordance with House ethics rules, which do not require her to disclose her role as a trustee of a living trust holding only her family’s home.”

Earle-Sears has publicly slammed Spanberger on social media, accusing her of “dodging tough questions” and “hiding a $900,000 trust fund.”

“She’s a typical politician,” Earle-Sears wrote in a post on X, questioning whether Virginians can trust Spanberger if she’s “willing to lie about this.”

The Earle-Sears campaign did not respond to a request for comment beyond public posts.

The accusation signals an early campaign strategy from Earle-Sears, who has so far leaned into sharp, combative messaging to define Spanberger as the race for the governor’s mansion heats up.

Under House ethics rules, members of Congress are not required to disclose personal residences or non-income-producing assets held in a trust as long as they receive no financial benefit. They must report liabilities such as mortgages and disclose trustee roles only if the position involves an organization or generates income.

Virginia requires statewide candidates to file a Statement of Economic Interests, but similar to federal rules, personal residences are typically exempt if they don’t produce income. The state form focuses on business ties, investments and income sources—leaving out non-commercial trusts like the one Spanberger’s team says holds her home. 

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Some employers take action against employees for social media comments on Charlie Kirk's death

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www.youtube.com – 13News Now – 2025-09-13 22:37:43

SUMMARY: Following Charlie Kirk’s death, some Virginia employers have taken action against employees who made controversial social media comments. In healthcare and education sectors, individuals were placed on leave or terminated for remarks deemed unprofessional or supportive of violence. Riverside Walter Reed Hospital fired an anesthesiologist, and Newport News and Accomack County schools disciplined staff members. Experts highlight the blurred line between personal expression and professional conduct due to social media’s reach. William and Mary law professor Margaret Hugh emphasized that employment laws and at-will policies allow employers broad authority to act. She urges unity and respect amid heightened tensions.

Some Virginia employers are taking action against employees for social media comments made regarding Charlie Kirk’s death. A legal expert weighed in on where the line is drawn.

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Area of interest forms in the Atlantic

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www.youtube.com – 13News Now – 2025-09-11 19:22:59

SUMMARY: On September 11, 2025, Chief Meteorologist Tim Pandages reported on Hurricane Hub Live about tropical developments in the Atlantic and eastern Pacific. In the Atlantic, a low-chance area of interest near the Cabo Verde Islands may become Tropical Storm Gabrielle but requires favorable conditions. Recent tropical waves have struggled due to stable atmospheric conditions. Models show possible development east of the Leeward Islands with a likely recurving path away from Bermuda. In the eastern Pacific, Tropical Depression 13E has formed, expected to become Hurricane Mario, the season’s 8th hurricane. The Atlantic has had only one hurricane so far, Major Hurricane Aaron. Activity is expected to increase into October.

The newly formed area of interest could become Invest 92-L off the coast of Africa. Find out about that and more during tonight’s episode of Hurricane Hub LIVE! Livestream from Thursday, September 11, 2025.

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Cat cafes, chromotherapy and pumpkin delivery: Here’s what’s new in RVA this September

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www.youtube.com – 12 On Your Side – 2025-09-11 19:05:58

SUMMARY: This September in RVA, Patch to Porch RVA delivers handpicked pumpkins from local farms, offering design, setup, and cleanup services for homes and events in Richmond, Henrico, and Chesterfield. Shore Pump introduces Beam Light Sauna, featuring infrared sauna and chromotherapy, promoting detox, skin renewal, and wellness with customizable sessions and memberships. The Fan now hosts River City’s first cat café, The Perfect Bean, combining a coffee bar with an adoptable cat lounge upstairs. Sourced locally, their drinks include seasonal, cat-themed specials. Cats come from Purring Hearts VA rescue, offering adoption opportunities, fostering community engagement and animal welfare.

What’s New in RVA is dedicated to informing you about the latest happenings in the Richmond area.

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