Spanberger Vows To Scrap Youngkin’s EO-47, End State‑Backed ICE Crackdowns In Virginia

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger says she would rescind Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s EO-47 directing state and local police to aid federal immigration crackdowns, arguing it diverts resources and undermines trust. Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears backs tougher enforcement tied to ICE and the Virginia Homeland Security Task Force but offers few specifics. The story challenges claims that thousands arrested were all violent criminals and situates Virginia’s actions within a broader state-supported enforcement escalation, including National Guard support roles for ICE.