About The WV WASP

The WV WASP is an independent West Virginia political news, commentary, and satire outlet covering state government, the legislature, and the policy fights that shape life in the Mountain State.

We focus on political happenings with deep sourcing around West Virginia. No spin, no filler. If a claim doesn’t hold up, we say so. If it does, we explain why.

The WASP covers the West Virginia legislative session, tracks the state budget process, and breaks down the policy debates that matter to working West Virginians. When the moment calls for it, we also aren’t afraid to put a sharp edge on things. Our political satire and commentary on X.com have become a favorite of readers who like their politics served with a side of humor.

While we can’t cover everything, we believe West Virginians deserve reporting that takes their state seriously and trusts them with the details. We will serve up what we think might be important to our readers. The WV WASP operates from a conservative perspective but puts accuracy and sourcing ahead of ideology. Good reporting doesn’t tell you what to think. It gives you what you need to think for yourself.

We welcome news, tips, scoops, and guest commentary. All correspondence will remain 100% confidential unless you want to be on the record or you want to publish an article to our website. Please send all tips, inquiries, and op-ed submissions to waspwv@proton.me

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