Jahd Khalil is a Staff Reporter at VPM News. He covers Virginia state politics, focusing on themes such as government, elections, and public policy, drawing on his previous experience with RadioIQ and freelance journalism in Egypt. Jahd's work has been featured in numerous outlets, including NPR, WBUR, and Southern California Public Radio.
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Jahd Khalil's coverage is predominantly focused on government and politics, particularly within the local context of Virginia, Richmond. He extensively covers legislative developments, government announcements, legal policy regulations, and local political events.
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"We need the General Assembly to move forward very, very quickly."
State lawmakers will likely rehash data center tax in 2028.
The two-year spending plan adds new taxes on data centers' electricity use.
By: Jahd Khalil, Patrick Larsen
The governor's changes include $51M to increase home care workers' pay early.
Groups or people putting at least $10K into advocacy must register with the state.
By: Jahd Khalil
At least eight referendum committees have been formed in the lead-up to this fall's vote on three proposed amendments to the Virginia Constitution.
Voters picked the pair in Tuesday's primary elections.
The Henrico prosecutor will compete with the longtime incumbent in one of the nation's most competitive races.
By: Adrienne Hoar Mcgibbon, Jahd Khalil
Watch the second episode of our limited series on constitutional amendments now.
By: Jahd Khalil, Adrienne Hoar McGibbon
In 2026, Virginians are voting on whether to make three changes to the state's constitution. Voters will decide the future of felon voting rights, marriage equality and reproductive rights in the commonwealth.
