Governor restores voting rights for more than 200,000 felons with executive order Ian Price April 25, 2016 1 minute read Gov. Terry McAuliffe Governor Terry McAuliffe restored the voting rights of more than 200,000 felons with an executive order on Friday in a move many Republicans are calling a political ploy. WFIR’s Ian Price has details Share: Post navigation Previous: School board seeks review of transgender bathroom rulingNext: Mill Mountain Theatre looking for feedback Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026