Virginia
Controversies emerge in Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial race
04 ottobre 2025 Immagine generata dall'IA
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.
Dave Brat critiques rage politics in Virginia gubernatorial race
Former Rep. Dave Brat has warned that 'rage' politics, fueled by Democratic rhetoric, poses a challenge for Republicans in Virginia's upcoming gubernatorial election. Speaking amid recent threats and attacks on conservatives, Brat argues that such tensions could ultimately strengthen GOP support. The race pits Democrat Abigail Spanberger against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears.
Virginia Democratic AG candidate scrutinized over violent texts
07 ottobre 2025 Riportato dall'IA
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 While Republicans demand he drop out, many Democratic endorsers have not withdrawn support.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
11 settembre 2025Zach Wiley Performs at Winery
Republicans call for Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones to withdraw over violent texts
05 ottobre 2025 Immagine generata dall'IA
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's texts fantasize violence against GOP leader
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.
Virginia voters sue to remove Democrat from key state house ballot
03 ottobre 2025 Riportato dall'IA
A group of voters in Virginia has filed a lawsuit seeking to disqualify Democratic incumbent Candi Mundon King from the ballot in the 87th House of Delegates district. The plaintiffs allege that King does not reside in the district she represents. Control of the closely divided state House could hinge on the outcome in this battleground district.
Jimmy The Jammer Performs in Christiansburg
11 settembre 2025 Riportato dall'IA
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.