The string of scandals that began when the yearbook picture came to light last Friday could have a domino effect on Virginia state government. If Mr Northam and Mr Fairfax fall, Mr Herring would be next in line to become governor. Mr Herring, 57, went public after rumours of a blackface photo of him began circulating at the Capitol. Mr Herring came down hard on Mr Northam when the yearbook photo surfaced, condemning it as “indefensible”, “profoundly offensive” and “shocking and deeply disappointing”. He said that it was no longer possible for Mr Northam to lead the state.

Source: Irish Independent February 06, 2019 22:18 UTC