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Democrat Jay Jones wins the Virginia attorney general race despite a late scandal involving violent text messages, defeating incumbent Republican Jason Miyares amid political headwinds and controversy over his past communications.
Democrat Jay Jones wins the Virginia attorney general race, overcoming controversy from past text messages that included violent language, with the election influenced by broader political dynamics and voter perceptions of accountability and political violence.
Democrat Jay Jones wins the Virginia attorney general race in 2025, defeating incumbent Republican Jason Miyares with 52.5% of the vote, as most votes have been reported and the race is called by The Associated Press.
Virginia Democratic candidate Jay Jones and Republican incumbent Jason Miyares debated over leaked violent texts from Jones, with Miyares criticizing Jones's character and background, while Jones apologized and defended himself, highlighting issues of accountability and political rhetoric in the competitive Virginia attorney general race.
In a contentious Virginia attorney general debate, Republican incumbent Jason Miyares criticized Democrat Jay Jones over past violent texts, which Jones apologized for, while Jones focused on criticizing Miyares' stance on national issues and his record on holding the federal government accountable. The debate highlighted the impact of the texts on the race and the broader political tensions in Virginia.
A new poll indicates Jason Miyares is leading Virginia attorney general candidate Jay Jones, whose campaign is under severe pressure due to the revelation of violent and threatening text messages he sent, prompting calls for him to withdraw from the race amid declining support and widespread condemnation from law enforcement and political figures.
Democrats largely support Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for Virginia attorney general, despite concerns about political violence and questions about party consistency.
Virginia Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones canceled a fundraiser amid backlash over controversial texts referencing violence, highlighting a campaign in crisis just weeks before the election, with Democrats divided on how to handle the scandal.
Virginia Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones is embroiled in a scandal over controversial texts suggesting violence, causing a political crisis for Democrats just weeks before the election. While some Democrats condemn his comments, none have called for him to step down, whereas Republicans are demanding his withdrawal and launching attack ads, potentially impacting the statewide race.
The Virginia governor's race has been shaken up by the revelation of violent texts from Democratic AG nominee Jay Jones, suggesting political violence, which has sparked bipartisan criticism and could impact the final weeks of the campaign, especially amid ongoing early voting and contentious issues like affordability, transgender rights, and crime.
The Virginia Attorney General's race features a $1.5 million ad campaign by Miyares' campaign highlighting controversial text messages sent by opponent Jay Jones, who apologized for the remarks. The campaign aims to influence the off-year election, with polls showing a close race. The article also discusses broader economic concerns about the labor market and potential impacts of job openings on unemployment.
Pressure is mounting on Democrat Jay Jones to withdraw from Virginia's attorney general race, with President Trump publicly criticizing him and Democrats distancing themselves due to controversial text messages.
President Trump called on Democratic Virginia attorney general candidate Jay Jones to drop out after leaked texts revealed violent and disturbing jokes, including wishing harm on political opponents' children, which Jones admitted were sent in error. The messages have sparked condemnation from other politicians and raised concerns about violent rhetoric in politics.
Democratic Virginia Attorney General candidate Jay Jones apologized after leaked texts revealed violent and disturbing jokes about political opponents, prompting calls from President Trump and Republicans for him to withdraw from the race amid concerns over political violence.
Virginia Democratic nominee for attorney general, Jay Jones, faced backlash after resurfaced texts in which he hypothetically discussed shooting a Republican opponent, leading to calls for him to withdraw from the race amid a tense political climate ahead of key state elections.