McAuliffe weighs in on federal transgender protection change Gene Marrano February 23, 2017 1 minute read Governor Terry McAuliffe Debates over which facilities transgender students should use may be impacted by a federal decision removing protections yesterday. Its also a state issue says Virginia’s chief executive. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Second Democrat joins 8th District House of Delegates raceNext: Virginia lawmaker leaves gun in General Assembly room Related Stories Strawberry Festival is a Roanoke favorite every Spring Gene Marrano April 29, 2026 Senior Majors Exhibition at Hollins, more Never Ever Happily and RSO upcoming concert Gene Marrano April 29, 2026 Carilion has dedicated its first dedicated midwifery clinic Gene Marrano April 28, 2026