Youngkin announced a violent crime task force

Democratic leadership from the General Assembly responds to Buffalo shooting

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The rundown

• Governor formally announced a violent crime task force in Virginia

• Virginia Senate and House Democrats respond to the Buffalo tragedy

• Political commentary from Twitter along with the latest national headlines

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Governor Glenn Youngkin meets with local officials and community leaders to discuss the recent violent crimes in Petersburg at the Petersburg Library on Monday, May 9, 2022. Official Photo by Christian Martinez, Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin.

Governor Youngkin formally announces Violent Crime Task Force