Virginia Elections
Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones faces backlash over violent texts
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Democratic candidate for Virginia attorney general Jay Jones is under intense scrutiny after 2022 text messages surfaced calling for the violent death of a Republican lawmaker. Republicans have surged funding for incumbent Jason Miyares amid calls for Jones to drop out, while Democrats have condemned the messages but largely defended his candidacy. The scandal has tightened the race with one month until Election Day.
Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones faces calls to drop out over violent texts
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Democratic Virginia attorney general nominee Jay Jones is under intense pressure to withdraw from the 2025 race following the resurfacing of his 2022 text messages that fantasized about shooting a Republican lawmaker and harming his family. Republicans and law enforcement groups have demanded his exit, while some Democrats have condemned the remarks but stopped short of revoking support. The scandal has prompted additional GOP funding in related races and scrutiny of Jones' past lenient legal treatment.
Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones faces scrutiny over violent texts
8. Oktober 2025 Von KI berichtet
Resurfaced 2022 text messages from Democratic Virginia attorney general candidate Jerrauld 'Jay' Jones, depicting the murder of former House Speaker Todd Gilbert and harm to his children, have sparked widespread controversy. While Republicans demand Jones drop out of the race, many Democrats have remained silent or continued their support. Jones has apologized for the remarks, calling them embarrassing and shameful.