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The Politics Hour: Fairfax County Board Chair Jeff McKay and 'Crossover Day' in Maryland
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- Mar 27, 2026
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Summary
After years of debate , the Virginia General Assembly finally gave the green light to controversial legislation allowing developers to build a casino in Tysons. Some local officials are vehemently against the proposal , including Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chair Jeff McKay. He got behind the mic to explain his opposition and what could happen next . The Maryland General Assembly this week hit its midpoint, known as " Crossover Day," when bills must move to the other chamber or be shelved. Lawmakers are considering bills to lower utility costs , expand Medicaid to include obesity treatment , and ban cell phones in schools . House Majority Whip and Prince George's County delegate Ashanti Martinez joined us from Annapolis to explain what's next on the docket for lawmakers. Plus, we ask about the House's late push to revive redistricting efforts against Senate President Bill Ferguson's wishes . Send us questions and comments for guests: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885 Follow us on Bluesky: bsky.app/wamu.org