Virginia reaction divides along party lines to president’s gun executive actions Evan Jones January 6, 2016 1 minute read Virginia’s elected Democrats applaud President Obama’s executive actions intended to reduce gun violence, but Republicans say they are generally misguided and ineffective. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Christiansburg Police are warning people of a phone scamNext: Bowers pondering run for Congress Related Stories Excel Center at Melrose Plaza making progress, forging partnerships Gene Marrano April 10, 2026 Sen. Tim Kaine suggests VT President Tim Sands may have been forced out Clark Palmer April 10, 2026 Roanoke Regional Partnership releases 2025 statistics Web Staff April 10, 2026