Virginia Senate endorses redistricting change led by Democrats
On Friday, the Virginia Senate approved a constitutional amendment permitting the state to adjust congressional boundaries temporarily before the next census. This move comes as Democrats aim to counter Republican redistricting initiatives nationwide. The amendment, which gained approval with a 21-16 vote, allows states to redistrict mid-decade if another state updates its House maps first, […]
Jay Jones, a candidate for Virginia Attorney General, receives Halloween-themed criticism from Republicans
Halloween Costume Mocking Attorney General Candidate This past Friday, Jay Jones, the Virginia Democratic attorney general candidate, found himself the subject of a Halloween-themed jab from Republicans. They unveiled a costume that parodied the controversies surrounding his campaign and took it around Richmond. Jones has faced a string of scandals, including a judicial investigation and […]
DNC chair Martin believes Democrats will succeed in New Jersey and Virginia elections.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Ken Martin feels optimistic about the party’s efforts as they prepare for the crucial elections of 2025. “I expect to win New Jersey and Virginia,” Martin stated in a recent interview, highlighting that these are the only states holding gubernatorial elections this year. “We’re pretty hopeful about this […]
Virginia Democrat Jay Jones’ $500K fundraising statement contested by GOP
Jay Jones, the Democratic candidate for attorney general in Virginia, has claimed that his campaign raised $500,000 within just 24 hours post-debate. However, this assertion is being challenged, particularly by Republicans who emphasize new fundraising data that seems to undermine his statement. Both the Republican National Committee (RNC) and the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) […]
Virginia Democrats prevent GOP from condemning political violence
Virginia Democrats have dismissed claims of political violence while reconvening the Legislature in a special session to advance redistricting amendments ahead of the 2026 general election. During Wednesday’s session, Democratic Rep. Delores Oates from Front Royal spoke up, introducing a women’s group named “Mothers Who Say No to Violence Against Children.” However, her speech was […]
Virginia Democrats move forward with redistricting proposal
The Virginia House of Delegates recently moved forward with a constitutional amendment that would permit the state to redraw its congressional districts if other states attempt the same mid-cycle. This puts Virginia on the path to a potential nationwide redistricting clash, especially significant for the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. This amendment, pushed through by the […]
‘Star Candidates’ — Leftist PAC Compares Virginia Democratic Nominee To Zohran Mamdani
Emgage Action, linked to the Progressive Political Action Committee, has identified Ghazala Hashmi, who is running for lieutenant governor in Virginia, and Zoran Mamdani, a candidate for mayor in New York, as “star candidates.” The organization, noted as an independent expense filer by the Federal Election Commission (FEC), is tied to the EmGage Federal Political […]
Virginia AG hopeful Jay Jones continues to receive significant contributions despite controversy.
The campaign for Virginia’s Democratic attorney general candidate, Jay Jones, has been receiving significant contributions from Democrats and pro-Democrat PACs following unsettling revelations about his past comments regarding violent actions against Republican leaders and their families. This comes as investigations into a reckless driving incident involving him are still ongoing. The Virginia Public Access Project […]
Virginia Democrats change their stance on gerrymandering to modify House district maps
Virginia Democrats Propose Redistricting Amendment Amid Criticism Virginia Democrats, who once advocated for redistricting reform, are now working on a constitutional amendment that would enable them to redraw the state’s U.S. House district maps. Critics argue this move undermines the party’s earlier commitment to an independent commission established in 2020. This week, Congress held a […]
Obama supports Spanberger in significant Virginia governor’s race
Obama Returns to Campaign Trail Amid Key Gubernatorial Races Former President Barack Obama is once again on the campaign trail, focusing on critical gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey. With those races heating up, he’s aiming to support the Democratic candidates during this pivotal election period. In Virginia, Abigail Spanberger—who previously served in Congress […]