Senator Tim Kaine

Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating in Virginia and around the world! May the festival of lights bring you and your loved ones peace and joy.

So the plan is another year of war, higher gas prices, and hoping Iran “comes to the table”? That’s not a strategy, that’s a wish.

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Congratulations to the 2026 U.S. Presidential. Scholars, including Virginians Yalini Kathamuthu of Herndon and Nived Nandakumar of Chantilly. Years ago, I urged President Obama to open this honor to students excelling in Career and Technical Education, and I’m thrilled to see 15 outstanding CTE scholars from across the country recognized this year.

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I’ve seen Virginia’s first responders at their best in our worst moments: floods, fires, emergencies. On National First Responders Day and always, I’m grateful for their courage and committed to making sure they have the equipment, training, and mental health support they need.

Trump’s tariffs are fueling inflation, and inflation is crushing Virginia families. People are paying more for groceries, cars, and everyday goods because of a choice this Administration made. It can be undone. Congress should do its job.

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