Crossword Puzzle Roles of the GovernorOnline version Roles of the Governor by Michael Loret 1 Grants formal powers to the governor 2 The governor commands the Virginia National Guard 3 Governor's role when he/she proposes legislation to the General Assembly 4 Highest elected legal officer in Virginia 5 Role filled when the governor communicates with other states, the national government, and foreign states. 6 The governor exercises this role when he/she leads his/her political party 7 City where the governor resides 8 Current governor of Virginia 7 2 3 8 6 4 1