Virginia
Republicans call for Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones to withdraw over violent texts
October 05, 2025 Image generated by AI
Virginia Republicans have demanded that Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones drop out of the race following the surfacing of 2022 text messages in which he wished death on a GOP rival's children and referenced shooting him. Jones has apologized and taken responsibility, but critics including Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares deem the remarks disqualifying. Democrats, including gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger, have condemned the language while continuing to support him.
Virginia Democratic AG candidate scrutinized over violent texts
October 07, 2025 Reported by AI
Democratic candidate for Virginia attorney general Jay Jones is under fire after 2022 text messages surfaced showing him fantasizing about shooting a Republican colleague and harming his children. While Republicans demand he drop out, many Democratic endorsers have not withdrawn support. Jones has apologized for the remarks.
Virginia Democratic AG nominee embroiled in violent text scandal
Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for Virginia attorney general, is facing intense scrutiny over text messages from 2022 that advocated for the assassination of a Republican political opponent and his family. Major Sunday political talk shows largely ignored the controversy, with no hosts raising the issue despite its viral spread. Republicans, including President Trump and Vice President JD Vance, have called for Jones to drop out of the race.
Dave Brat critiques rage politics in Virginia gubernatorial race
October 03, 2025Virginia voters sue to remove Democrat from key state house ballot
Controversies emerge in Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial race
October 04, 2025 Image generated by AI
Recent political ads and leaked texts have stirred controversy in Virginia's upcoming gubernatorial election. Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger defended an ad criticizing Republican Lieutenant Governor Winsome Sears on abortion rights, while a separate ad in the race drew comparisons to the infamous 1988 Willie Horton attack. Early voting has reached record levels amid heightened tensions.
Virginia Democratic AG candidate's texts fantasize violence against GOP leader
October 07, 2025 Reported by AI
Text messages from Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for Virginia attorney general, have surfaced in which he expressed violent fantasies toward Republican House Speaker Todd Gilbert. The messages, first obtained by National Review, include references to shooting Gilbert and desecrating Republican graves. The revelations have prompted calls for Jones to drop out of the race.
Jimmy The Jammer Performs in Christiansburg
September 11, 2025 Reported by AI
Musician Jimmy 'The Jammer' performed at Buffalo Mountain Brewery in Christiansburg, Virginia, on September 6, 2025. The afternoon event featured live music for local attendees.
Zach Wiley Performs at Winery
Artist Zach Wiley gave a performance at Villa Appalaccia Winery on September 6, 2025. The event combined music with the winery's scenic setting.