President Donald Trump is removing people in the country without authorization from the United States – and Virginia – at breakneck pace. 

It’s brought federal agents into communities across the Commonwealth. Brad Kutner spoke with the mother of three U.S. born children who entered the country illegally and lives outside of D.C., and shared her message with the state’s gubernatorial candidates.

Immigration is likely to be an issue on the campaign trail this year. And, as Michael Pope reports, the Republican candidates will have their own immigration stories to tell.

Billionaire environmentalist Tom Steyer announces a new partnership with the Democratic National Committee and several immigrant rights groups at a press conference in Falls Church. (Credit: Michael Pope)

Election 2017 may end up being one of the most expensive races in Virginia history. This week, Democrats are receiving a major infusion of cash. Michael Pope has details.

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Virginia may not have any local governments that are willing to defy federal immigration law. But that doesn’t necessarily mean the commonwealth doesn’t have any sanctuary cities, depending on how that term is defined. And, as Michael Pope reports, the debate has become a flashpoint in the race for governor.