Saddam Salim
Coverage of Saddam Salim in the Nexus archive.
- Virginia gun sales spike ahead of July 1 assault weapons ban signed by Gov. Spanberger
Virginia gun sales have surged ahead of a July 1 assault weapons ban signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger. FBI data shows a significant increase in firearm background checks, with 75,376 checks in May 2025 compared to 37,167 in May 2024. Business owners report rapid sales of AR-15-style rifle components as the law prohibits firearms with magazines holding more than 15 rounds.
- Spanberger breaks silence on ‘sanctuary’ claims as ICE clashes heat up
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger denied claims that Virginia is a sanctuary state and clarified her stance on ending the 287(g) agreement with DHS. She criticized misinformation about her policies and addressed legislative efforts to restrict ICE cooperation in Virginia.
- Spanberger breaks silence on ‘sanctuary’ claims as ICE clashes heat up
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger denies claims that Virginia is a sanctuary state and clarifies her administration's stance on immigration enforcement cooperation, countering criticism over ending a 287(g) agreement with DHS. She also addresses a proposed bill by Sen. Saddam Salim that would restrict 287(g) agreements unless specific legal conditions are met.