U.S. Senate campaign rhetoric heats up Gene Marrano August 6, 2014 1 min read Ed Gillespie Sen. Mark Warner Republican U.S. Senate challenger Ed Gillespie has questioned incumbent Democrat’s Mark Warner’s use of charter air travel … and the incumbent’s willingness to debate… and the Senator has returned that volley. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Post navigation Previous: Don’t call it a “meal plan” at Virginia Tech — it’s a “dining plan”Next: Body of missing NC man recovered from river in Va. Related Stories 1 min read 40th District delegate candidate says it’s time for “Virginia to win” Web Staff October 31, 2025 1 min read Maynard Keller steps up to challenge long term incumbent Rasoul for Delegate Gene Marrano October 30, 2025 2 min read Why is Liz Kitley back at Virginia Tech? Coach Duffy clarifies WNBA star’s new role Ian Price October 30, 2025