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Virginia prosecutor Shannon Taylor's record draws scrutiny in…

Taylor's office granted leniency to a campaign donor and political ally while also declining charges in cases involving Democrat Susanna Gibson during her tenure as Henrico County prosecutor.

On air: Vera Bullock and Dale Bearman on Finally, Some Good News
Published 2:53 AM ET, Saturday, October 10, 2026

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BreitbartVirginia Dem Shannon Taylor’s Prosecutor Record Shows Leniency for Donor, Political Allies

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Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorOkay, a palate cleanser. Breitbart reports Virginia congressional candidate Shannon Taylor's record as Henrico County's top prosecutor is drawing scrutiny.
Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorThat's the good news?
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe good news is somebody is reading the paperwork. Breitbart says it covers a campaign donor, an ally, and a Democrat named Susanna Gibson.
Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorWait. Vera, that's a scandal, not a hug.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorIt's an allegation from one outlet. Taylor's side isn't in the summary, so we don't know it yet. Voters get to ask questions.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThat's democracy, and I'm tearing up.
Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorYou're crying over a records request.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorBeautiful records, Dale. Stapled and everything.