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State Supreme Court To Hear Arguments In Political Cases
West Virginia Democrats will have their day in court next month to argue over a seat in the House of Delegates. On the same day, the state’s Board of Education will argue for its continued independence.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsState Election Commission To Consider Pritt’s Removal From Ballot
The State Election Commission will meet next Friday, Aug. 7 to consider two written requests to disqualify David Elliott Pritt from the 2026 General Election Ballot.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmaker Accused Of Child Sex Abuse Resigns From House Of Delegates
The public school teacher and now-former delegate from Fayette County was arrested and charged last week for “enticing a minor” after an investigation alleged he exchanged explicit images with a student before escalating to sexual abuse in his classroom.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHouse Speaker Calls For Special Session To Replace Delegate Charged With Child Sex Abuse
The House of Delegates is moving to expel Del. David Elliott Pritt, R-Fayette, after his arrest Wednesday. Replacing him on the ballot for the November election could be complicated.
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Linville Appointed Director Of Special Projects
Del. Daniel Linville, R-Cabell, has officially resigned his seat in the West Virginia House of Delegates.
Continue Reading Take Me to More News90 Days From Passage: New Laws Taking Effect Now
Most of the laws passed by the West Virginia Legislature are effective this week, 90 days from passage.
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