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Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has won the state's open Senate seat, flipping it for the Republicans and aiding their efforts to regain control of the Senate. Justice, who was initially elected as a Democrat but switched to the Republican Party in 2017, takes over from Joe Manchin, who recently became an independent.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Republican Governor Jim Justice has won West Virginia's open Senate seat, marking a significant gain for the GOP as they aim to flip the Senate's balance of power. Justice, who faced minimal competition from Democrat Glenn Elliott, secured the seat following the retirement of independent Senator Joe Manchin. With this victory, Republicans need to flip just one more seat to gain Senate control if the Democrats retain the presidency. Justice, originally elected as a Democrat, switched to the Republican Party in 2017 and has since been a prominent figure in West Virginia politics.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Republicans have gained a significant victory in the race for Senate control by winning a formerly Democratic seat in West Virginia, now held by Governor Jim Justice. This win results in a 50-50 Senate split, with other results pending. Republicans are also projected to retain a Senate seat in Florida with Rick Scott's victory. Meanwhile, Democrats have held onto seats in Delaware and Maryland. The overall control of Congress remains uncertain, with key races in several states yet to be decided.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice's 60-pound English bulldog, Babydog, stole the spotlight at the Republican National Convention, drawing cheers and chants from the audience. Babydog, already a local celebrity, has been a prominent figure in Justice's political activities, including his Senate campaign and a vaccination sweepstakes. Justice, heavily favored to win a U.S. Senate seat, has embraced Babydog's popularity, using her image in campaign materials and merchandise.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by HuffPost
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice warned that the country would become "totally unhinged" if Donald Trump is not elected in November, using strong language at the Republican National Convention. This comes amid calls for unity and toned-down rhetoric after an attempted assassination of Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania, which left one person dead and two others seriously wounded. Both Republicans and Democrats have been criticized for their hostile language.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Former President Donald Trump has endorsed West Virginia Governor Jim Justice for senator in the upcoming race, which is seen as a key opportunity for Republicans to regain control of the Senate. Trump praised Justice's positions on issues such as the southern border, energy policy, and the economy. The endorsement is a blow to Representative Alex Mooney, another Republican candidate for the seat, whom Trump endorsed in his congressional race last year. Senator Joe Manchin III, a vulnerable Democrat, has not yet announced if he will seek re-election.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by West Virginia MetroNews
Congress averted a federal shutdown by passing a short-term funding bill that will keep the government funded until November 17. Congressman Alex Mooney voted against the bill and used it to criticize his opponent, Governor Jim Justice, in the U.S. Senate race. The bill passed the Senate with a wide margin, and Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito voted in favor. Mooney's Senate campaign called on Justice to clarify his stance on the spending measure. Justice blamed the toxic political culture in Washington, D.C., and did not address his position on funding. The bill dropped $6 billion for Ukraine aid and the national debt stands at $33 million.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBOY.com
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice underwent successful gallbladder removal surgery following a sudden flare-up last Thursday. He is currently resting well and in good spirits, and is eager to return to serving the people of West Virginia.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
Millions of dollars are already being poured into the West Virginia Senate race, which is expected to be one of the most contentious and expensive elections next year. The race is a prime target for Republicans to flip, and national Republicans have landed their top recruit, Republican Gov. Jim Justice. Outside cash is already pouring in to support the governor, and the early spending from both parties is a preview of the dynamics of the race.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice's coal companies are facing a series of lawsuits and struggling to pay their bills, with his own lawyers calling them "disorganized." The latest legal challenge came when the Justice Department sued Justice's business enterprise and his son over $7.6 million in unpaid penalties and fees for federal mine and safety violations as well as mine land reclamation costs. Justice's Republican and Democratic opponents have indicated they'll go after his personal financial challenges in the Senate campaign.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Thirteen coal companies owned by the family of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice are being sued by the federal government over unpaid penalties for previous mining law violations that pose health and safety risks or threaten environmental harm. The companies were cited for over 130 violations in the past five years, and the total amount of penalties, fees, interest, and administrative expenses owed is about $7.6 million. Justice, who is running for Democrat Joe Manchin’s U.S. Senate seat in 2024, accused the Biden administration of retaliation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Thirteen coal companies owned by the family of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice are being sued by the federal government over unpaid penalties for previous mining law violations that pose health and safety risks or threaten environmental harm. The lawsuit says the total amount of penalties, fees, interest, and administrative expenses owed by the defendants is about $7.6 million. Justice, who was not named in the lawsuit, accused the Biden administration of retaliation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill
The DOJ has filed a civil complaint against Jim Justice III, son of West Virginia Governor Jim Justice, and 13 coal companies he owns, alleging unpaid fines for earlier mining violations. The complaint claims the firms committed over 130 violations of federal mining law between 2018 and 2022 and ignored more than 50 warnings from the government to halt operations until they had been resolved. The alleged violations accrued $7.6 million in unpaid fees and interest. The governor, who is running for Senate, has suggested the action could be politically motivated.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) has threatened to sue West Virginia Governor Jim Justice for refusing to release his work schedule. The DSCC cited news stories citing an "ongoing scandal over his work schedule," following an Associated Press story that said Justice was "largely absent" in his job. Justice is running to unseat Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., in 2024, and Senate Republicans have long eyed the popular governor as their best chance to defeat Manchin, a moderate Democrat, in a state former President Donald Trump carried by double digits in 2020.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Newsweek
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has filed paperwork to run for the US Senate seat currently held by Democrat Joe Manchin, who has not yet announced whether he will seek re-election in 2024. Justice, a Democrat-turned-Republican, is viewed favorably by about 66% of West Virginians based on job performance, making him a formidable challenger to Manchin. A GOP poll conducted in February found that Justice would be Manchin's most formidable opponent if he does run again. However, Manchin's campaign released a statement on Thursday promising that he would "win any race" he enters.