As former Governor Bob McDonnell faces his first court appearance today, a Hollins University political science professor weighs in Gene Marrano January 24, 2014 1 minute read Ed Lynch says there may be political motives tied to the federal indictments against McDonnell and his wife Maureen for accepting gifts from businessman Jonnie Williams. Share: Post navigation Previous: Applause, criticism in reaction to Herring gay marriage decisionNext: Benefit for a Roanoke family of seven displaced by fire three days before Thanksgiving Related Stories Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026 Center in the Square offers free day for dads, kids to celebrate Father’s Day this Saturday Gene Marrano June 17, 2026
