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 Roanoke College men’s lacrosse team receives NCAA DIII Tournament bid Clark Palmer May 4, 2026 Walk & Roll to School Day a chance for city elementary school kids to hit the road – safely Gene Marrano May 4, 2026 Hollins University receives $10 million gift to support HOPE Scholarship program Web Staff May 4, 2026