Cline: Northam cannot effectively serve, should step down Evan Jones March 4, 2019 1 minute read Rep. Ben Cline Congressman Ben Cline says even though the immediate furor surrounding Governor Northam’s blackface yearbook photo has subsided, he still believes it is best for Virginia that Northam step down. He spoke with WFIR’s Evan Jones. Share: Post navigation Previous: Ex-teacher sentenced to 3 years in ‘celebgate’ hacking caseNext: Kaine speaks out on “disturbing” Cohen testimony Related Stories Local Colors Festival Returns to Celebrate its 35th Year Emma Thomas May 12, 2026 With district lines battle out of the way Beth Macy says she’s ready to take on Ben Cline for his seat in Congress Gene Marrano May 11, 2026 Virginia Democrats face end of window for extreme redistricting move Ian Price May 11, 2026