How Virginia’s New Taxes Are Copying California’s Failures

Support Virginia Insider Become a Member →    / @virginiainsider   Uriah Kiser breaks down the latest wave of tax increases coming to Virginia under Democratic leadership in Richmond. From new payroll deductions for paid family leave to rising energy costs driven by data center infrastructure and the return of the RGGI carbon tax, Virginians are feeling the squeeze. Abigail Spanberger and Democrats are celebrating Virginia as “First in the South” for a program modeled after California’s troubled system, while local leaders like State Senator Louise Lucas push for a potential additional 1% sales tax referendum in communities statewide. Plus, meals taxes continue to burden small restaurants and families eating out. Uriah exposes the budget backroom deals, last-minute legislation, and lack of transparency that led to these changes — including how ratepayers are footing the bill to connect massive data centers from tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. What does this mean for Virginia families, small businesses, and homeowners? Will voters approve even more tax hikes on upcoming ballots? Uriah delivers the facts every Virginian needs to know. Source: https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/07/0... Like, comment, and subscribe for more hard-hitting Virginia politics coverage. Turn on notifications so you never miss an update from Virginia Insider. Follow Virginia Insider: • YouTube →    / @virginiainsider   • X → https://x.com/virginiainsider • Facebook →   / virginiainsider   • Rumble → https://rumble.com/c/c-7897060