Virginia
Republicans call for Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones to withdraw over violent texts
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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
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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 While Republicans demand he drop out, many Democratic endorsers have not withdrawn support.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.
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2025년 10월 07일 00시 03분Virginia Democratic AG candidate's texts fantasize violence against GOP leader
2025년 10월 07일 00시 03분Virginia Democratic AG nominee embroiled in violent text scandal
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Conservative PAC targets Spanberger with ad on transgender policies
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A conservative political action committee has launched a $3.3 million ad campaign in Virginia's gubernatorial race, criticizing Democrat Abigail Spanberger's record on transgender issues. The ads accuse her of supporting policies that endanger children, amid a tightening contest against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears. The race has also been rocked by a scandal involving Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones.
Spanberger remains quiet on two controversies in Virginia race
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With weeks until Virginia's gubernatorial election, Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger has avoided direct responses to two major controversies. One involves a violent text scandal from fellow Democrat Jay Jones, while the other concerns her stance on transgender bathroom policies amid a recent state directive. Republicans have seized on her silence during a recent debate.
Controversies emerge in Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial race
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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 voters sue to remove Democrat from key state house ballot
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.
Dave Brat critiques rage politics in Virginia gubernatorial race
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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.
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.