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April 11, 2026
Trump Criticizes Virginia Governor Spanberger Over Tax Policies
- President Trump attacked Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger's tax policies, claiming they are causing an exodus of businesses from the state.
- He highlighted specific taxes Spanberger has proposed, including a Food and Beverage Tax and a Digital Services Tax, arguing they threaten Virginia's economic vitality.
- Republicans in Virginia are criticizing Spanberger's revenue measures, asserting they could harm the state's business climate and competitiveness.
2 Sources
- Trump says Virginia 'has lost its Energy, Vitality, and Strength' under SpanbergerApr 11, 2026 at 2:52 PM · The Hill
- Trump blasts Spanberger ahead of Virginia meetings, says state faces tax base exodus like New York, CaliforniaApr 11, 2026 at 4:03 PM · Fox News